9th graders + SMART goals = high school success in motion!🎯 Our 9th graders have their LYTE advisors by their side while they’re building their blueprint for greatness#LYTEScholars #FutureReady (fb)

💡 Scholar SpotLYTE: Meet Saadat! Saadat, a LYTE Scholar, is a senior who recently graduated from William Penn High School and will attend Muhlenberg College in the fall. Saadat says: “At the end of my junior year of high school, my school counselor recommended that I attend a LYTE meeting where Mr. Rodriguez presented the program and its many benefits. Shortly afterward, in May 2024, I decided to join LYTE because I had heard many positive reviews from both other students and my counselor. Before junior year, I had been studying at a school outside of the U.S. in a different language. LYTE was incredibly helpful in easing my transition and helping me adapt to a new school environment and academic system. From the moment I joined, I received valuable information that improved my performance both in school and in extracurricular activities. I also had opportunities to volunteer—experiences that helped me grow not only as a student but also as a person with clearer goals and greater ambition. When it came to college preparation, LYTE supported me every step of the way starting in August 2024. Thanks to the program, I was well-prepared even before the school year began, allowing me to focus on both my academics and the college application process without feeling overwhelmed. I attended several workshops that explained how to navigate the Common App, FAFSA, scholarships, and college essays. I am especially grateful to the LYTE staff—Mr. Arya, Ms. Olivia, Ms. Daisy, Ms. Sammie, and Mr. Rodriguez—for their personal guidance in helping me create a college list, many of which I was later accepted to. One of the most challenging parts for me was filling out financial aid forms, but through several FAFSA and IDOC seminars, I was able to complete everything with confidence. Weekly in-person consulting sessions also had a major impact on improving my essays and supplemental materials. I am truly thankful to the LYTE staff for helping me navigate the school system and college application process. With their support, I was accepted to several colleges with generous grants and scholarships. I’m excited to share that I will be attending Muhlenberg College in the fall! LYTE has played a key role in shaping who I am today. They gave me the guidance to thrive academically, build confidence, and set meaningful future goals. Most importantly, the LYTE staff continue to inspire me to excel.” (fb)