Category Archives: TORCH

Northfield named one of the “100 Best Communities for Young People” — AGAIN!

October 12, 2011 – 2:29 pm

For the third time overall and second consecutive year, Northfield has been named as one of the “100 Best Communities for Young People” by the Amercia’s Promise Alliance.  Sponsored by ING, the competition recognizes communities across the country that focus on reducing high school dropout rates and providing service and support to their youth. “In [...]

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TORCH receives prestigious College Connector certification

July 5, 2011 – 7:53 am

Northfield’s Tackling Obstacles and Raising College Hopes (TORCH) initiative is one of only 10 college access programs in the state to earn the “College Connector” certification from the Minnesota Minority Education Partnership (MMEP).  Certified programs are commended for their work in and commitment to promoting college access for ALL students, including young people who are [...]

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AmeriCorps VISTA positions available locally

March 30, 2011 – 10:57 am

Applications are being accepted for a total of five AmeriCorps VISTA positions in Rice County.  These full-time, year-long positions provide the opportunity to give back to the community.  Most positions start late summer, but hiring must be completed by early spring. Available positions include: Growing Up Healthy — College Health Corps VISTA (Northfield & Faribault) [...]

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TORCH receives $53,000 grant to prepare students for college

July 16, 2009 – 9:01 am

The Northfield Public Schools was recently awarded a $53,000 grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation in support of the Tackling Obstacles and Raising College Hopes (TORCH) initiative.  The money will be used to fund several staff positions, as well as provide TORCH students the opportunity to visit college campuses. Currently, TORCH serves over [...]

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