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True Colors visits Shippensburg University
On Wednesday, April 20, the Steelton-Highspire High School True Colors cohort visited Shippensburg University. One of fourteen state-supported universities in Pennsylvania, Shippensburg University offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the Colleges of Arts and...
Joanne Lohman speaks to our True Colors group
Raising Tomorrow's Champions! Our True Colors program was uplifted, inspired and motivated by the "One and Only" Joanna Lohman! Joanna's book entitled "Raising Tomorrow's Champions" is a must read for anyone involved in teaching, coaching or leadership! Joanna's 45...
True Colors visits Fighter’s Heaven
Fighter’s Heaven is a hidden treasure among Pennsylvania’s cultural heritage. Once used by Muhammad Ali as a training camp (1972-1981), this landmark is dedicated to one of modern American history's greatest boxers and justice advocates. Our co-founder, Dr. Todd Mealy...
True Colors visit Howard University and tours Washington DC
True Colors is a college and career-readiness program that partners with school districts to engage middle and high school students in life skills, occupation skills, and practical knowledge to excel in life after graduation. True Colors provides a customized...
True Color Officially Partners With Steelton-Highspire School District
True Colors," a joint initiative by the educational and nonprofit sectors, has partnered with the Steelton-Highspire School District in Pennsylvania to help middle and high school educators inspire citizenship and service. The “True Colors” initiative strives to help...
Susquehanna Township alumni help students get to the next level in education
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Alumni of Susquehanna Township High School, Doug (’88) and Kevin (’85) Lawrence are proud of where they come from. While they both now live out of state, they are helping high school seniors in continuing their education. “Over the past 5...
New Book Aims To Help Teachers Discuss Diversity
Todd Mealy, who is white, was 12 years old and grooving to the music at a football game with his black friends when an older white man approached him and spoke derogatorily of Mealy's involvement with them. The encounter upset Mealy, robbing the event of its joy....
Press Release: Lawrence Brothers Promotions and the Equity Institute for Race-Conscious Pedagogy Announce Joint Initiative – True Colors
South Central Pennsylvania, April 28, 2021 Lawrence Brothers Promotions and the Equity Institute for Race Conscious Pedagogy are proud to announce a joint initiative, True Colors, a college- and career-ready program for middle and high school students. Kevin and...
Primary Areas of Focus
Education Cohort
The Education Cohort gives learners the practical knowledge needed to succeed in the field of education in the 21st century, making it a singular early-teacher preservice program for high school students
Arts Cohort
Students looking for another space to hone skills in performing or fine arts will join the Arts Cohort, where they will be taught by a national team of seasoned professionals.
Athletic Coaching Cohort
True Colors has a veteran group of athletic coaches, both current and retired, and representative of a cross-section of men’s and women’s sports that will guide students in the practical and character skills needed to coach student-athletes in the youth, interscholastic, and collegiate levels.
Entrepreneurship Cohort
The entrepreneurship cohort equips student with skills and knowledge to start a new business or work collaboratively with a team of entrepreneurs.
Health Science Cohort
True Colors provides an introductory health science course designed to prepare high school students with skills to pursue careers in the fields of nursing, health informatics, diagnostics, and support services.