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Access to a strong education is only one facet of Winchester's A Better Chance.
“Winchester ABC shaped my life, it allowed me to find out just how good I could be."
— Keith, ABC graduate
Our Impact
A Better Chance of Winchester (ABC) is one of 21 community school programs (CSP) of A Better Chance, a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the number of well-educated young people of color who are capable of assuming positions of responsibility and leadership in American society. Winchester ABC seeks to carry out these goals through the facilities of our public high school and the extensive support of the Winchester community.
In 1971, Winchester ABC’s program welcomed its first male scholars. Since then, over 100 scholars have successfully graduated from Winchester High School and gone on to receive advanced degrees from top institutions in higher education.
ACADEMICS
96% graduation rate Winchester High School. Winchester High School is ranked as performing better than 95% of high schools statewide.
BROTHERHOOD
Winchester’s ABC Alumni describe their experience as one that creates life long bonds of brotherhood and connection.
COMMUNITY
The Winchester Community is just 9 miles north of Boston, a global education hub.
Our Program
Our Scholars Program
Our program allows scholars to attend Winchester High School while living in a dedicated and supervised ABC home in Winchester Center.
Opportunities to Engage
Volunteers give their time, support, energy and expertise to administer the program and meet the academic, social, and financial needs of the scholars. Come join us!
