Frank McManaway
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2022 Briggs High School Graduate
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Columbus Promise Scholar
Read Frank’s story here.
Student Spotlights
DREAM BIG. WORK HARD. WE’LL HELP.
We’re proud to highlight the stories of students who have overcome challenges, reached their goals, and are making their dreams a reality. These students are a testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and the impact of a community that believes in their potential. Check out their stories below!
Elwopp Hall
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2017 Beechcroft High School Graduate
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2023 The Ohio State University Graduate
“My I Know I Can advisor and one of my teachers made me feel seen — like I was more than my grades. They believed in me, and that gave me the push I needed.”
Kailash Mishra
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2020 Northland High School Graduate
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2023 The Ohio State University Graduate, Economics & Political Science
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Dream Big Scholar
“My parents are so proud and supportive of my academic pursuits and my sisters showed me the value of working hard and staying focused. But I Know I Can played an integral part in where I am now—a college graduate with a bright future.”
Learn more about Kailash’s story.
Kanyinsola Oye
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2018 Columbus Alternative High School Graduate
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2022 Howard University Graduate, History & Political Science
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Founders’ Scholar
Read Kanyinsola’s story here.
Jacqueline Lopez Reyes
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2022 Westland High School Graduate
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The Ohio State University Student, 2nd Year
Read Jacqueline’s story here.
Ava McCargish
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2017 Whetstone High School Graduate
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2021 The Ohio State University Graduate, Public Management, Leadership, and Policy
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I Know I Can Grant Recipient
“My CAM helped empower me to feel like college was 100% an option for me and was accessible. I’m not sure I would have believed that without his help.”
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