Registration is now open for our Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy and Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS programs for the 2026–2027 program year!
Space is Limited!
Registration will close on June 30, 2026, or sooner if program capacity is reached.
(Only 50 participants will be accepted for each program)
Our Educational Development programs equip youth with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Through innovative teaching methods and a commitment to excellence, we create nurturing environments that foster growth and inspire lifelong learning.
Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy
Serves African American girls ages 11–14 by promoting academic excellence and addressing educational and social development needs, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS
Serves African American young women ages 14–18, empowering them to achieve academic excellence and personal growth. GEMS—Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully—develops confident, respectful leaders prepared to take active roles in their education and communities.
PROJECT DELTAA READ-INS
Supports elementary students in the Columbus area by enhancing reading skills through monthly read-aloud sessions in schools. Additionally, students receive a book and a snack to encourage early literacy and a love of reading. DELTAA stands for Deltas Enriching Lives Through Academic Achievement.
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