Next Step Academics

08/27/2026

👟🎓 KICKS FOR A CAUSE IS HERE! 🎓👟

We’re turning some fresh kicks into opportunities for students!

Next Step Academics is raffling off 4 pairs of Travis Scott × Air Jordan 1 Low Olive shoes — and we’re keeping this one SMALL.

🎟️ ONLY 50 TOTAL ENTRIES
💵 $10 per entry
👟 4 pairs = 4 winners!
📏 Sizes: 12C • 13C • 1Y • 3Y

https://givebutter.com/Kicks

Choose the shoe size you want your entry placed toward. Once all 50 spots are filled, entries CLOSE and we’ll draw one winner for each size! 🎉

The shoes are new without the original boxes and were sourced through Good360, a nonprofit product-donation partner.

Most importantly, every entry helps support the work we do at Next Step Academics, providing students with free college prep, tutoring, test preparation, career readiness, and more. 💙💛

📩 Want a spot? DM us to get your ticket number!

Only 50 means these can go QUICK! 👀👟

Support students. Change lives. And maybe take home some Travis Scotts while you're at it.

08/27/2026

05/11/2026

At Next Step Academics, we believe in leading by example, and our CEO, Kordale Lahner, is doing exactly that.

While leading our nonprofit and supporting students in the community, Kordale has officially earned his Associate's degree in Social and Behavioral Science. 🎓

This is proof that the mentorship, education, and encouragement we give our students truly works. We don’t just talk about growth and education at Next Step Academics, we live it every day.

Please help us congratulate Kordale on this incredible accomplishment!

03/18/2026

Women’s History Month and Education Leadership

March is Women’s History Month.

Women have long been leaders in education as teachers, founders, advocates, and reformers. They have shaped access to opportunity long before recognition followed.

From classroom instruction to policy reform, women have expanded educational pathways for generations.

At Next Step Academics, we recognize the women who guide, mentor, and lead students every day.

Progress in education has always required courage and persistence.

02/24/2026

We just earned our Gold Seal of Transparency from
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10/22/2025

Join us for a virtual transfer fair featuring a diverse of lineup of colleges from across the country, including some Minority-Serving Institutions. Connect directly with admissions representatives, explore transfer opportunities, and learn about scholarships and support services designed to help you thrive at your next institution. All PTK members are welcome!

Register now: https://bit.ly/4hjC8Uv

10/20/2025

Hey everyone!
If your child is interested in attending the University of Colorado Denver, now’s the perfect time to apply!

This week only, you can apply for free, the application fee will be automatically waived when you apply at ucdenver.edu/admissions/apply-now

Plus, many colleges are offering free official transcript delivery to schools during this week as well.

(And no, it’s not where Deion Sanders is, but it’s part of the same CU system! 😄)

Ready to take the next step in higher education? CU Denver offers undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education opportunities. Apply today!

10/13/2025

If you’re having trouble with ApplyTexas, please know they’re aware of the issue.

We ask that you be as patient as possible while they work to resolve the issue.

As a nonprofit that helps students gain college admission, We can honestly say that this temporary glitch brings us a bit of joy, because it means many students are taking advantage of the free college application period.

10/07/2025

Apply to the schools below for free Oct 13-19, 2025 with https://lnkd.in/gGsa-kRy