A Mother’s Love
Teen pregnancies are rife with challenge. From the social, emotional and academic toll to the often tragic health risks.
Student Voices | American Graduate
NPT has been working with at risk students to learn what they see as the obstacles standing between them and high school graduation. Issues like skipping class, working long hours outside of school, destructive relationships, family problems and learning disabilities are just a few of the hurdles that stand between high school students and their diplomas. In these videos they describe their experiences and offer some first hand perspective on what it takes to get an education.
A Leadership Role
Jahod was often bored in school and struggled to behave in the classroom.
A Sporting Chance
Sports can be a powerful motivation for keeping kids in school and out of trouble.
I Have to Work for It
Amari knows the value of hard work and independence.
Cherokee - You Can Always Triumph
Despite being separated from her parents at birth, Cherokee is determined to succeed in life and school.
Having A Child
Of the many challenges facing teen parents, finishing their education is among the most important yet daunting tasks.
Head In The Game
During his sophomore year, Elijah thought he might have fallen too far behind to graduate from high school.
I Can Be Somebody
Working long hours at an after school job puts students at greater risk of dropping out.
I Felt Judged
Students with learning disabilities have life and career goals similar to students without learning disabilities.
I Just Started Skipping
Missing too much school: It's one of the top reasons teenagers drop out.
It Takes A Village
Everything seemed to be working in Alma's favor until she was unexpectedly separated from her parents.
I Was Falling, Falling, Falling
Drugs made their way into Josh's life at an early age. Staying in school was a challenge ever since.
Moving In The Right Direction
Frequent moves during a child's school years can have a profound impact on academic performance.
My Name Is Henry
Like many LGBTQ students, Henry nearly dropped out of high school due to harassment and discrimination.
My Support System
By the age of seven, Charles had lost his mother to drugs and his father to prison.
Never Give Up
Nazje is a top student at Stratford STEM Magnet High School in Nashville, TN.
The Art of Staying In School
Gabriel was initiated into a world filled with gang-related activities at a young age.
Teen Father
Like a majority of teen parents, Elijah didn't expect to father a child while still in high school.
The Wrong Crowd
A student at one of Nashville's non-traditional high schools talks about his early academic struggles and the wayward pull of negative peers.
To Be Homeless
As a teen parent, Michael struggled to support his young family.