Raney Buist-Holmes, an original founding Meeting Street Academy-Charleston owl is now in his second year at DePaul University. He has deep roots in our community and comes back to visit all the time. Raney recently sat down with us and shared how his college experience has been so far. He is working, takes a full course load with a mighty fine GPA,  and is involved in the @Young Men of Color organization. He attributes his success to his belief in the possibility of succeeding, you will never know what you can get until you just try. We are so proud of Raney and so proud of him earning the prestigious Riversville Foundation Scholarship which allows him to attend DePaul on a full ride graduating with no college debt. We can't wait to see what you do next!

Sanaa Belcher, current 9th grader @soa,  to know her is to love her. Hear how she paved the way for all alumni after her. She's a history maker, a barrier breaker, and a world changer. She gives tips and tricks to stay involved, be connected, and make a name for yourself to be the most successful version of YOU you can be!