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News October 31, 2023

Per Scholas Philadelphia Teaching Fellow David Byard Participates in Panel Discussion for Federal Reserve Banks of Atlanta and Philadelphia

On August 10, the Federal Reserve Banks of Atlanta and Philadelphia hosted a Connecting Communities webinar, Shifting Perspectives and Expectations on Employment, where Per Scholas Philadelphia alumni and Teaching Fellow David Byard participated in a panel discussion. This month, Per Scholas Philadelphia Managing Director Nikki Pumphrey reflected on how Worker Voices are Essential after feeling inspired by the webinar.

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Press Release September 28, 2023

Per Scholas Celebrates $20 Million Investment from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

"Receiving this transformational investment from MacKenzie Scott, one of the most dynamic philanthropists in modern times, is a testament to Per Scholas' impact over our nearly 30 year history. As we've evolved from a computer recycler in the South Bronx to a technical skills trainer in 22 cities and counting across America, we are so grateful for this $20 million gift – the largest, unrestricted funding our organization has ever received," said Plinio Ayala, President & CEO, Per Scholas. "This investment will propel Per Scholas for even greater national impact well into the future, centered on growth and innovation and ensuring our alumni achieve a thriving wage through our Career Accelerator."

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News March 8, 2023

Per Scholas Philadelphia Awarded $500,000 Workforce Solutions Grant from the Philadelphia Department of Commerce

Per Scholas Philadelphia is one of four recipients of the Workforce Solutions Grant from the Philadelphia Department of Commerce. The grant awarded organizations that strive to elevate evidence-informed approaches to address specific challenges Black, brown, and other historically disadvantaged Philadelphia residents face when preparing for and entering the workforce.

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Press Release November 3, 2022

Per Scholas Philadelphia Establishes Advisory Board

Per Scholas Philadelphia today announces the establishment of its inaugural Advisory Board. Leaders from Fortune 100 companies, technology, finance, media, and the nonprofit sector will contribute their time and talent to supporting Per Scholas Philadelphia and its mission to transform America’s technology workforce through rigorous tech skills training.

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News September 1, 2022

Per Scholas Philadelphia Awarded Grant from The Lenfest Foundation

We are grateful to receive a $450k grant over the next three years from such an important foundation, rooted in Philly. The Lenfest Foundation grant will support our efforts to successfully prepare participants for thriving wage careers.

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News May 31, 2022

Per Scholas Hosts Philly Tech Week Panel Discussion

Per Scholas partnered with LaunchCode to hold a panel discussion about the future of building inclusive tech workplaces in Philadelphia. Panelists included a diverse group of industry leaders in tech, human resources, and social services.

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News February 28, 2022

Per Scholas Graduates Over 250 Learners in 2022

Two months into the year, we have graduated more than 250 learners in IT Support, AWS re/Start, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering. With learners safely returning to campus and remote training underway nationwide, we are on track to train 4,000 learners this year.

Secretary Martin Walsh at women in tech grant announcement event.

Press Release September 10, 2021

Per Scholas To Launch Women In Tech Software Engineering Apprenticeship

At a ceremony held at Per Scholas’s Philadelphia Campus yesterday afternoon, U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty J. Walsh named Per Scholas one of five new Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations grant recipients towards women in tech. Joining Secretary Walsh at the announcement was Department of Labor Women’s Bureau Director Wendy Chun-Hoon.

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Press Coverage April 12, 2021

Equitable Apprenticeships: Pioneering a More Inclusive Future of Work

Per Scholas and TEKsystems partnered to train, educate and certify underrepresented communities in the tech sector, allowing employers to access a more diverse workforce. Per Scholas partners with TEKsystems in the fight to overcome the digital divide between Americans.

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Press Coverage April 7, 2021

Job Training That’s Free Until You’re Hired Is a Blueprint for Biden

We need investment in workforce development programs to help bridge the skills divide in America. Per Scholas is Honored to be included in the New York Times article among other programs supporting workforce training. Per Scholas offers fully cost-free tech training that builds skilled tech talent and connects our graduates to tech employment opportunities across the country.