College Readiness – High School
College graduation can only happen when our scholars are accepted and enroll in colleges that are the perfect fit for them. At Legacy College Prep High School, we support scholars with exploring their college and career options, then help them make the best decision for their future based on their aspirations.
Starting in 9th grade, scholars have access to the following college and career readiness seminars:
- Freshman Seminar: GPA Goal Setting, Introduction to College Life, SAT Prep
- Sophomore Seminar: Resume Building, Internships, Career Skill Building, SAT Prep
- Junior Seminar: SAT Prep, Personal Statement Writing, Scholarship Applications
- Senior Seminar: College Applications, College Decisions, and Senior Capstone Project
We have a team of College Counselors who help scholars in the following ways:
- Provide feedback and support on Personal Statements and College Essays
- Help scholars register for the SAT and ACT
- Provide scholars with resources for financial aid, including scholarship opportunities
- Meet with scholars once a month starting in 11th grade to create consistent support
- Work with scholars on creating a list of colleges and universities to apply to
Meet Our College Counselors
Ms. Chen
Ms. Chen is proud to serve as the Director of College Guidance and Registrar. She has been working to help students and families navigate the college admissions process for over a decade. Before Legacy, she spent seven years at a non-profit and founding charter high school in East Harlem, where she supported over 400 students in understanding graduation requirements and being accepted to a best-fit college or vocational training opportunity that is affordable for them and their families. Ms. Chen has served as a board member for admissions professionals for both New York City and New York State. She received her undergraduate degree at Duke University in math and cultural studies with a minor in African and African American Studies, and received her Master’s in Instructional Design, Development, and Evaluation from Syracuse University. As the oldest sister and the daughter of immigrants, she knows firsthand what it is like to navigate high school, college applications, and financial aid on her own. Ella habla español conversacional.
Ms. Williams
Ms. Williams, hailing all the way from the Bronx, NY, has been an Educator for 17 years. During that journey she has learned that she is passionate about being a purpose pusher, a creative facilitator, and motivating her students to be the best version of themselves. She received her BA from St. John’s University, and her MS.Ed from City College. It is important to her to help build a healthy and strong community of young people through creativity and leadership with hopes that it would cultivate a powerful and budding future.
Mr. Ansong
Mr. Ansong is a college counselor with a proven track record of guiding students through the complexities of the college application process. As a first-generation college student who grew up in the Bronx, NY, he is deeply committed to helping students succeed. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Binghamton University. Mr. Ansong is passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals and is excited to build strong relationships with them and empower them to reach their full potential.
Mr. Joseph
Quaine Joseph is a passionate and driven leader with a strong background in developing and managing student-focused programs. A graduate of Binghamton University (M.S. in Student Affairs Administration) and Ithaca College (B.S. in Sport Management), Quaine is dedicated to fostering academic growth and creating impactful programs that support student success. Their commitment to student development and proven leadership make them an asset in any educational setting. Quaine previously spent two years at iMentor, where he implemented post-secondary preparation programs and facilitated mentor-mentee engagement to ensure student success. He has also worked at Harlem Educational Activities Fund, coordinating college and career readiness workshops, managing student engagement data, and developing collaborative relationships with schools, families, and community organizations.
Ms. Kallon
Alberta Kallon is originally from Sierra Leone and moved to The Bronx as a teenager. She holds a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from the College of William & Mary and an MFA in Filmmaking from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience in education, working with students from elementary to postsecondary. Before Legacy, Alberta served as a Postsecondary Success Counselor in East Harlem, guiding young adults through their academic and career journeys. As the Alumni Success Manager, Alberta supports Legacy College Prep graduates as they navigate college, workforce training programs, and life beyond high school to
ensure they are successful and have the resources they need to meet their career goals. LCPHS alumni- book a meeting with Ms. Kallon here.
College Readiness Checklist
- On track to graduate with 29 credits
- Have taken the SAT twice and potentially the ACT too
- Have a strong GPA, around a 2.9 or above
- Complete the sophomore internship program
- Create high school resume
- Complete personal statement and/or college essay
- Collect teacher and advisor recommendation letters
- Complete mock interview
- Create college wish list
College Partnerships
Our scholars participate in the College Now Program through HOSTOS and Bronx Community College. We also offer the Syracuse University Project Advance (SUPA) concurrent enrollment program. Our teachers are trained to teach courses from SUPA to our scholars. These courses include: Intro to Sports Management, Sociology, Spanish III, Personal Finance & Intro to Business Entrepreneurship.
College Visits
Here is a list of college and universities our scholars visited this year:
- The New School
- SUNY Binghamton
- City College
- Hunter College
- Brooklyn College
- Rutgers University
- University of Connecticut (UConn)
- Thomas Aquinas
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Bloomfield College
- Mitchell College
- Wesleyan University
- Alliance College
- Mount Saint Vincent
- Syracuse University
- Manhattan College
- Marymount Manhattan College
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Saint Joseph’s University
- Villanova University
- Howard University
- Temple University
- La Salle University
- Ithaca College
- Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
- Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
- SUNY Oswego University
- Westfield State College
- SUNY New Paltz University
- Hofstra University
- Delaware State University
- SUNY Albany University
Legacy College Prep Scholarships
Coming Soon!
Scholarships
Scholar Deadlines
Junior Scholar Deadlines
- Personal Statement completed – 5/19
- College Wish List Created – 5/31
- Recommendation Letters Uploaded – 6/30
- FAFSA ID created – 6/30
SAT Prep
Scholars can access SAT Prep at this link using their Naviance accounts.
Internship information
Scholars begin their interships in the 10th grade. They are able to receive hands on experience with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and others based on their field of interest.
Community Service
Scholars are required to have a minium of 45 hours of community service over the course of 4 years. (Beginning in 9th grade)
College Week
At LCPHS we host an annual College Week to celebrate and highlight the future opportunities that our scholars have. Here is the 2023 schedule:
Monday, May 1st :
- School Spolight – Washington University
- Lunch Programming – HBCU Day
Tuesday, May 2nd:
- School Spolight – Utica University
- Lunch Programming – College Trivia
Wednesday, May 3rd:
- School Spolight – Skidmore College
- Lunch Programming – College Dress Up Day
Thursday, May 4th:
- School Spolight – University of Richmond
- Lunch Programming – College Photo Booth
Friday, May 5th:
- Whole School College Trips