This article was originally published on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 and is only presented for historical purposes. The information below may no longer be relevant or accurate.
The Southeast Valley is most fortunate to be a beneficiary of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
With the help of the Gates’ $3 million grant, the program known as Mesa Counts on College is trying to persuade young adults who have dropped out of school to go back and complete their education.