Logo of Project Ready by Urban League of Greater Chattanooga, featuring a stylized power button symbol and the text 'PROJECT READY' above the name of the organization.

Ready Mentor & National Achievers Society

Interest Application

The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is seeking highly motivated student leaders to join Project Ready National Achievers Society (NAS) , a signature academic and leadership development program for youth in grades 9th -12th enrolled in a Hamilton County Public School. Formally known as National Achievers Society, Project Ready works with both high achieving and high potential students to help prepare them for college, careers and life post-graduation.

Through the National Urban League's Project Ready curriculum, the program exposes youth to the many possibilities of higher education, mentorship, and civic, community, and cultural engagement.

Since its debut, Project Ready graduates have earned academic scholarships and attended some of the top universities and HBCUs in the country, including Stanford, Howard, Georgia Tech, Morehouse, and Yale.


*45 students total will be accepted, with an even distribution across grades.
Email Kai’ya Stevens at kstevens@ulchatt.net or Eric Barton at ebarton@ulchatt.net for more information

    • Attend bi-monthly group meetings from 5:00pm -7:00pm

    • Participate in the Fall and Spring semester 

    • Actively participate in individual and group activities as assigned

    • Maintain a 2.7 or higher GPA by the end of each semester (must submit grade verification)

    • Volunteer 5 hours a semester

    • Meet and engage with mentor once a month

    • Civic and Community Leadership

    • Academic Preparation

    • College Preparation (ACT prep, college visits, admissions)

    • Career Exploration (aptitude and interest-based career assessment, individual planning, guest speakers, etc.)

    • Soft Skills Training

    • Mental and Emotional Wellness

    • Financial Literacy

    • Networking with community leaders

    • Cultural Activities and more....

  • The program runs from August to May