STEM Takes Center Stage in Grace Place’s Putt-Putt Engineering Challenge At Grace Place, summer learning means getting hands-on, thinking big, and having a little fun along the way. This week, our high school students took on the Putt-Putt Engineering Challenge, where teams worked together to design and build their own custom mini-golf holes—bringing classroom concepts [...]
Grace Place Celebrates Scholarship Recipients We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible milestone for six outstanding Grace Place students who were recently awarded scholarships during the Golden Gate High School Scholarship Award Ceremony! These remarkable students have demonstrated unwavering dedication, resilience, and a true passion for learning. Their achievements are a powerful reflection of the [...]
College Tours: Exploring The Possibilities Spring break at Grace Place wasn’t about relaxation—it was about inspiration. Six juniors and two seniors embarked on a multi-day college tour across Florida, visiting Florida State University, Florida A&M University, the University of Florida, Santa Fe College, and the University of Central Florida. This immersive experience gave students a [...]
Career Exploration at Lorenzo Walker Technical College At Grace Place, we believe that education becomes truly meaningful when students are given the opportunity to connect classroom concepts with real-world experiences. That belief came to life during a recent visit to Lorenzo Walker Technical College, where 17 of our freshmen and sophomores participated in an immersive [...]
STEAM at Grace Place At Grace Place, we believe that STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education is essential in preparing students for the future. Our commitment to hands-on, engaging learning experiences ensures that students of all ages have the opportunity to explore scientific concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and ignite their curiosity. Through interactive [...]
Connecting Future Leaders Our recent networking event, hosted by the Grace Place Board of Ambassadors, brought together an inspiring group of young professionals and Grace Place high school students for an evening of connection, conversation, and growth. About 15 young professionals from various careers paired up with 15 of our high school students for a [...]
50,000 Minutes for Literacy Success This school year, Grace Place for Children and Families is rallying behind an ambitious literacy goal: 50,000 minutes of staff-wide support dedicated to improving students’ literacy skills. Through this unprecedented commitment, we aim to make measurable gains in literacy benchmarks for our students, from preschool to high school. At Grace [...]
From Grace Place to Future Orthodontist Rebecca’s story is one of determination, hard work, and a deep commitment to giving back to her community. Born to Haitian parents who emigrated to the U.S. in search of a better life, she found her passion for dentistry in middle school after undergoing orthodontic treatment. This experience sparked [...]
New Cohorts for High School Growth At Grace Place, we are thrilled to announce some exciting changes in our high school after-school program designed to better support our students as they navigate their journey into adulthood. Our purpose is clear: we empower our students to transition into adulthood with confidence, equipping them with academic knowledge, [...]
School Age Programs Parent Night Last month, we were excited to welcome over 50 families to our first School-Age Programs Parent Night of the new academic year! This special event served as an orientation for new families with students enrolled in our elementary, middle, and high school after-school programs. It was a wonderful opportunity for [...]