Talent is equally distributed. Opportunity is not. We’re changing that.

Just as professional sports leagues develop talent from the poorest communities with intensive preparation and clear pathways to success, High School to the Pros identifies BIPOC and low-income Marion County students and prepares them for jobs paying $40,000+ or thriving businesses—without requiring a four-year college degree.

See Your Pathway

Learn About the Program

The Problem We’re Solving

  • 8th / 50 Major U.S. Cities” (for economic mobility)
  • 71% of workers without degrees earn under $40,000
  • Only 28% of BIPOC students access dual credit”
  • Black/white low-income earning gap: $9,000” ($22K vs. $31K)
  • Low-income children earn same as parents 35 years earlier: $27,000

Our Approach: Five Pathways to $40,000+

  • 92% program completion
  • 85% earn college credits at high school
  • 40% launch businesses
  • $45,000-$105,000 earning potential by age 22
  • ZERO college debt

Stage 1

IDENTIFICATION

High School Students in Poorest Communities.

Stage 2

TRAINING

Intensive Coaching, 18 ENTR Courses, 24+ AI Training.

 Stage 3

READINESS

Pitch Competitions & Showcases Real Projects or Startups.

Stage 4

OPPORTUNITY

Immediate Career/Business Showcase + $40K+ Jobs

The Pathways

Skilled Trades

Timeline: 4–5 years to journeyman
Earning Potential: $55,000–$70,000
Electricians, plumbers, HVAC, welders. Earn while you learn through paid apprenticeships. Indiana needs 1,000+ workers NOW

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 Tech / IT

Timeline: 2-3 years to junior role
Earning Potential: $45,000–$60,000+
Tech support, developers, AI specialists. Growing field with remote options. No college debt

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Entrepreneurship

Timeline: 1-3 years (variable)
Earning Potential: $30,000–$200,000+
Launch your business while still in high school. Learn from entrepreneurs. Build real income.

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Healthcare

Timeline: 2–3 years to LPN
Earning Potential: $42,000–$60,000+
CNA → LPN → RN pathway. Job security guaranteed. 18 free college credits reduce debt by $3-5K.

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Hybrid (Trade + Business)

imeline: 5-7 years to business owner
Earning Potential:$100,000-$300,000+
Get a trade skill + business training. Start as journeyman, launch your own company. Best of both worlds.

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Pillar 1: Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Problem-solving through creative thinking
  • Opportunity recognition in challenging environments
  • Resilience in facing and learning from setbacks
  • Initiative in taking calculated risks
  • Resource leveraging and network building
Delivered through:

  • ENTR 100: Entrepreneurial Mindset (3 credits)
  • ENTR 105: Entrepreneurial Lean Marketing (3 credits)
  • ENTR 200: Entrepreneurial Enterprise (3 credits)
  • ENTR 205: Financial Foundations (3 credits)
  • ENTR 215: New Venture Development (3 credits)
  • ENTR 218: New Venture Launch (3 credits)

18 College Credits • Ivy Tech Partnership

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

  • 18 college credits
  • Healthcare dual credit pathways
IU HEALTH

  • Clinical placements
  • Healthcare careers
LAWRENCE/WASHINGTON/WARREN SCHOOLS

  • School-day delivery
  • 500+ students reached
JPMORGAN CHASE

  • Mentors & internships
  • Tech career pathways
SAGAMORE INSTITUTE

  • Research & evaluation
  • Outcome measurement
Pillar 2: AI Literacy
Three Tiers of Training

  • TIER 1: AI Fundamentals (2 hours)
  • TIER 2: AI Specialist (24 hours)
  • TIER 3: AI Expert (Monthly ongoing)

Delivery:

Free Access to All Marion County Schools

The Gap

THE GAP

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES WITHOUT PREPARATION

  • No practical skills
  • No professional network
  • No clear career pathway
  • No college credits or certifications
  •  Uncertain about next steps
  •  Earning potential: $25,000-$30,000

Result: Trapped in low-wage cycle

HIGH SCHOOL TO THE PROS

INTENSIVE PREPARATION

  • Hands-on skills training
  • Real mentorship relationships
  • Multiple pathways (5 options)
  • College credits earned
  • Industry certifications
  • Professional confidence

 

Delivered through:

  • School-day curriculum
  • Real-world projects
  • Industry partnerships
  • Peer learning community
  • Recognition events

READY TO COMPETE

GRADUATES PREPARED FOR SUCCESS

  • Tech job ($45-60K)
  • Skilled trade career ($55-70K)
  • Own business ($30-200K+)
  • Healthcare role ($42-60K)
  • College with credits ($head start)
  • Professional networks

 

By age 22: $40,000+ earnings

By age 25+: $70,000-$100,000+

With zero college debt

How the Program Works

We are set up to equip students with the thinking ability to solve problems using entrepreneurial thinking and as well build a business structure for real income.

FOUNDATIONAL YEAR
Duration: 1 school year
Delivery: School-day

WHAT HAPPENS:

  • Take ENTR 100 (Entrepreneurial Mindset – 3 credits)
  • Attend AI Fundamentals workshop (2 hours)
  • Identify your pathway interest
  • Join mentor orientation
  • First pitch competition
Enroll for Year 1
OUTCOME:
• 3 college credits
• Basic entrepreneurial competencies
• Beginning professional network
• Clarity on pathway

SPECIALIZATION YEAR
Duration: 1 school year
Delivery: School-day + evening workshops

WHAT HAPPENS:

  • Take ENTR 105 + 200 (6 credits)
  • Choose pathway specialization
  • Start pathway-specific training
  • Skilled Trades: First trade courses
  • Tech: Coding/IT fundamentals
  • Healthcare: HLHS 100 intro course
  • Entrepreneurship: Business planning
  • Complete AI Specialist training (24 hours)
  • Begin real project work
Continue to Year 2
WHAT HAPPENS: OUTCOME:
• 9 college credits total
• Pathway clarity
• Real project portfolio piece
• Specialized skills emerging

LAUNCH YEAR
Duration: 1 school year
Delivery: School-day + intensive workshops + external apprenticeship/employment

WHAT HAPPENS:

  • Complete remaining ENTR courses (9 more credits = 18 total)
  • Finalize pathway specialization
  • Skilled Trades: Apprenticeship enrollment
  • Tech: Internship or first job placement
  • Healthcare: CNA certification + clinical hours
  • Entrepreneurship: Business launch or investor pitch
  • Attend monthly AI Expert workshops
  • Pitch at regional competition
  • Professional networking events
  • Receive credentials/certifications
Launch Your Pathway
OUTCOME:
• 18 college credits (Entrepreneurship Certificate)
• Industry certification or job offer
• Professional network established
• Business launched OR apprenticeship started
• Recognized as "Economic Athlete

CAREER ACCELERATION
Duration: Ongoing
Delivery: Employment, apprenticeship, college + alumni network

PATHWAYS:

  • SKILLED TRADES: Paid apprenticeship (earning $25K-$35K year 1, $55-70K journeyman)
  • TECH: Junior role ($40-50K) → Mid-level ($60-85K) → Senior ($85K+)
  • HEALTHCARE: CNA ($32K) → LPN ($42-60K) → RN ($55-85K+)
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Growing business (variable revenue)
  • HYBRID: Journeyman trade ($60-70K) → Launch company ($100K-$300K+)
See Your Pathway
ALUMNI SUPPORT:
• Ongoing mentorship access
•
• Continued education resources
• Community of fellow economic athletes
• Advanced specialization training
• Business scaling support

DATA-DRIVEN OUTCOMES

92

%
Program Completion

Students who start complete the full three-year pathway
(vs. 68% national high school completion)

85%

%
Earn College Credits

Average 18 credits = $3,000-$5,000 tuition savings
(Ivy Tech partnership, transferable credits)

40

%
Launch Businesses

2 in 5 graduates start their own ventures while still in high school or after
(Ranging from $30K-$200K+ annual revenue)

95

%
Placed in $40K+ Jobs or Ventures

Within 12 months of graduation Skilled trades, tech roles, or own business
(Zero college debt)

3,000

+
Professional Mentor Relationship

Average 18 credits = $3,000-$5,000 tuition savings
(Ivy Tech partnership, transferable credits)

$

1,000

Aggregate Earning Potential

1,000 students × $40K-$100K+ = Community wealth building
(By year 5 after graduation)

Our Partners

Our partners are committed to your success. Learn how to get involved.

Become a Partner
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Curriculum Partner

WHAT THEY DO:
Deliver 18 ENTR college credits
Healthcare dual credit pathways (CNA, Medical Assistant)
Faculty instruction in courses
Official college credit transcripts

WHAT STUDENTS GET:
Free college credits ($3-5K value)
Transferable to any Indiana university
Professional credentials
Head start on associate/bachelor degree

IMPACT: “You graduate high school with credits already done”

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
IU HEALTH

 

The Healthcare Industry Partner

WHAT THEY DO:
Clinical placements for student interns
Mentorship from healthcare professionals
CNA/Medical Assistant certifications
Internship job placements

WHAT STUDENTS GET:
Real healthcare experience
Professional mentors
Pathway from CNA → RN with support
Direct job placement opportunities
IMPACT: Address Central Indiana’s 7,320 LPN + 14,000 RN shortage

IU HEALTH
LAWRENCE/WASHINGTON/
WARREN TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS

The Implementation Partners

WHAT THEY DO:
Host programs in school-day schedule
Provide 500+ students annually
Teacher support and coordination
Facility access for classes/events

WHAT STUDENTS GET:
No transportation barriers (in-school)
Integrated curriculum
Teacher support
Peer learning community
IMPACT: School-day delivery reaches 500+ BIPOC & low-income students

JPMORGAN CHASE

The Corporate Sponsor

WHAT THEY DO:
Financial sponsorship of program
Employee mentors from JPM
Tech internship placements
Career pathway guidance

WHAT STUDENTS GET:
Professional mentorship
Tech role exposure
Internship opportunities
Network with major corporation
IMPACT: Demonstrates corporate commitment to economic opportunity.

SAGAMORE INSTITUTE

The Research & Evaluation Partner

WHAT THEY DO:
Rigorous outcome measurement
Data collection and analysis
Impact reporting
Program evaluation and improvement

WHAT STUDENTS GET:
Accountability and transparency
Evidence-based program improvements
Third-party credibility
Documented success stories
IMPACT: Rigorous research proves impact and drives continuous improvement.