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鈥淲ith the generous support of the U.S. Department of Education, our partnership with Ben Davis will allow us to begin assisting students as soon as the spring of 2023. This unique opportunity allows us to prioritize high school students who have traditionally struggled in academic settings, including people from low-income families who will be First Generation college graduates. We鈥檙e committed to ensuring all young people in our community can pursue their educational goals and secure an in-demand, high-wage career,鈥� said Dr. Lorenzo L. Esters, chancellor, of 黑料视频 Indianapolis.

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Located on the west side of Indianapolis, Indiana, Ben Davis High School is a large urban school serving students in grades 10, 11, and 12 within the Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township. For more information regarding the MSD of Wayne Township and Ben Davis High School visit . Follow Wayne Township on or for the most up-to-date information. #WeAreWayne

The mission of Ben Davis High School, a partnership of students, staff, families, and community, is to ensure that all students acquire and apply knowledge, skills, processes, and values to become life-long learners and productive citizens in a diverse society through an innovative educational program of outstanding quality. Students at Ben Davis High School engage in multiple opportunities to positively impact their college, career, and life readiness. The curriculum at Ben Davis High School includes over 300 semester-based courses which afford an excellent opportunity for students to select subjects and engage in programs that support their preparation for post-secondary opportunities and training during and after high school through dual-credit, advanced placement, and career certification courses.

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