The Freedom Fellowship is a six-year commitment to excellence. It is open to students following their sixth grade year, and there is no requirement of high grades or test scores. However, students and their families must show a sincere commitment to developing excellence. When matriculating into the Freedom Project, students commit themselves to participating in intensive summer programs, Saturday classes, after-school study sessions and fitness training throughout the remainder of their secondary education.
Freedom Fellows Schedule
First Year
Summer
Prior to their 7th grade year, first year Freedom Fellows attend Freedom School, which includes a week of classes at the University of Mississippi. Following this, Fellows participate in a tour of Civil Rights sites around the Southeast United States.
Academic Year
Fellows attend after-school study sessions and participate in Saturday classes, mentoring, and fitness.
Second Year
Summer
Prior to their 8th grade year, second year Freedom Fellows attend Freedom School, which includes a week of classes at the University of Mississippi. Following this, Fellows participate in a tour of Civil War sites around the Southeast United States.
Academic Year
Fellows attend after-school study sessions and participate in Saturday classes, mentoring, and fitness.
Third Year
Summer
Prior to their 9th grade year, third year Freedom Fellows participate in an outdoor leadership trip followed by Freedom School, which includes a week of classes at the University of Mississippi.
Academic Year
Fellows attend after-school study sessions and participate in Saturday classes, mentoring, and fitness.
Fourth Year – Sixth Year
Summer
Prior to their 10th, 11th, and 12th grade years, Freedom Fellows work with SCFP staff to create a summer program that provides the “best fit” for individual fellows. These programs range from summer internships to multiple academic programs to service opportunities.
Academic Year
Fellows attend after-school study sessions and participate in Saturday classes, mentoring, and fitness. In addition, Fellows work on ACT preparation and college applications.
