Growing up in West Baltimore, a community plagued by generational poverty, drugs, and violence, five high school seniors continue their journey to become the first in their families to go to college. While the pressure of senior year intensifies, their college dream will disappear unless they succeed in navigating the college application process and in securing full funding for college.The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) CURE Scholars Program has been featured in an acclaimed documentary series on Maryland Public Television (MPT) that follows CURE Scholars Shakeer Franklin, Tyler McKenzie, Princaya Sanders, Courtney Jacobs, and Davioin Hill as they continue their life journey and work to complete their education goals.
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