Soledad O'Brien returns to host American Graduate Day 2017, a live broadcast event dedicated to addressing the nation's dropout crisis.

Learn more about Dr. Billy Joe Evans, American Graduate Champion.

Spotlight Education is a special week of programming that focuses on the brightest ideas and toughest challenges facing America's education system.

Darryl Bingham is tied to the youth of his community through several different programs. As the Director ofField Operations at the Children’s Justice Center, he creates and deploys programs that serve the youth of the community.

Meet Chris Kyles, our American Graduate Champion for the month of March.

Our February 2016 American Graduate Champions, Shari Wilcox and Aiden Weeks, were recently honored with the titles of Big Sister and Big Brother of the Year by the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County.

Ishmail Terry is the CEO of the non-profit organization, All Four One Detroit and is an extremely active member of the community. Watch to learn more about what Ishmail does and how his influence is improving the success and graduation rates of high school students in Detroit.

An American Graduate Champion commits their time, skills and resources to make sure that young people succeed. He or she is an individual who plays an active role in improving educational outcomes for students. 

Congratulations to the Clark Park Coalition, our American Graduate Champion for September.

Kia Sweeney is the Program Director of the High School and College programs with Girls Group in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Gold medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White share the impact mentorship has had on their personal and professional development.

Who inspired Detroit television anchor Carmen Harlan to pursue a career in broadcast?

Our MiAmerican Graduate Champion for the month of June is Racquet Up Detroit. 

Tom Izzo on mentorship.