GRASPing the need for post-secondary education

Paula Buckley of Great Aspirations Scholarship Program (GRASP)

Elena Russo is joined by Paula Buckley, Director of Outreach and Public Affairs for Great Aspirations Scholarship Program (GRASP). Their goal is to ensure that every student has an equal opportunity for continuing education after high school, regardless of financial or social circumstances.

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Nov 21, 2019

Hosted by: Elena Russo
Produced by: Beltway Newsmakers Team
#Virginia #Community #Education #General Interest #Local
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