The program, Project Partnership for All Students’ Success (PASS) (archived), offers elective Junior Leadership Corps (JLC) courses, after-school activities and a JROTC program to develop character and leadership with the goal of keeping students in school and improving their chances for a successful life. Project PASS was established through a partnership between the U.S. Army and NASBE, which represents America’s state and territorial boards of education.

According to America’s Promise Alliance, schools face a myriad of challenges nationwide, including combating a high drop-out rate that includes 1.2 million students each year. Additionally, schools struggle to create an environment that fosters leadership, accountability and academic achievement. NASBE and the U.S. Army believe Project PASS’ unique blend of community support, a continuum of curriculum—middle school through high school— and leadership opportunities will go far towards meeting these challenges and ultimately help students reach their potential. 

Links:

• http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150117950241108&comments
• Child, Youth and School Services - Army One Source (archived)

Articles on the web:

• A Partnership Between the Military and Education: A Conversation with Lieutenant General Benjamin Freakley (archived)
• Project PASS Launches in Schools Across the Nation To Help Students Develop Strength of Character, Self Confidence and Academic Discipline

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Revised 10-17-2019