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Applications are NOW OPEN!

Read below to find out how you can join HomeWorks' program

Are you eligible?

Rising 9th grade students for the upcoming school year (Rising 10th graders may be considered on a case-by-case basis)

Will attend 9th Grade Academy, Trenton Central High School, or Foundation Academies

Minimum 2.5 GPA or equivalent

Identifies as a woman/femme

Lives in Trenton

Willingness to commit to the program until high school graduation

Parent support and buy-in, with active involvement in the program

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What's Unique About

HomeWorks?

Scholars will benefit from: ​

​Pre-college preparatory residential experience​

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Tutoring and academic support​

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Identity-driven leadership workshops 

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Group therapy and social-emotional learning

 

Enrichment activities such as poetry, dance, public speaking, finance, coding, research workshops, and much more to build creativity and practical skills. 

Want to learn more?

Exciting field trips to places like Grounds for Sculpture, horseback riding, theater shows, college visits, and annual big trips to cities like New York and Philadelphia.

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College Access support, including guidance on the application process, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities. 

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A close-knit community, building lifelong friendships and growing alongside motivated, supportive, and resilient young women, forming a lasting sisterhood

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Application Dates & Deadlines Timeline

If you're interested in applying to be a HomeWorks scholar, keep track of the important dates below as you complete your application!

Jan - Apr

Submit your application to be considered for the upcoming scholar year.

Application Submission

Apr - May

Meet with our team to discuss your goals and what you hope to gain from the program.

Scholar & Parent Interviews

Experience a typical day as a HomeWorks Trenton scholar and get a feel for the program.

"Day in the Life of a Scholar"

May - Jun

Receive your admission status and next steps.

Admission Notification

Receive your admission status and next steps.

Scholar
Welcome Day!

Aug

Attend an orientation session to understand the program’s expectations, schedule, and how to support your scholar.

Scholar
Parent Orientation

An exciting opportunity to bond with fellow scholars and get acclimated to the program.

Scholar
Overnight Retreat

Sep

The start of an unforgettable year as scholars move in and begin their 4-year journey with HomeWorks Trenton.

Scholar
Move-In Day

Meet with our team to discuss your goals and what you hope to gain from the program.

Experience a typical day as a HomeWorks Trenton scholar and get a feel for the program.

Receive your admission status and next steps.

A special event to welcome our new scholars and families into the HomeWorks community! 

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We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization

We'd love to hear from you.

(609) 414-7907

PO Box (send all mail and cheques here):

174 Nassau Street Box #196 Princeton, NJ 08542

Located in Trenton, NJ

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