The Reality of School Dropout in Rural Quebec In Quebec, conversations about high school dropout prevention are often framed through statistics, policy debates, and economic forecasts. Yet in communities like Stanstead, the issue is far more immediate and deeply human. Behind every percentage point is a young person navigating challenges that are rarely visible on a report card: anxiety, poverty, family instability, isolation, or simply the belief that success belongs to some

Impact is often described in numbers. People reached, programs delivered, needs addressed. These metrics matter, but they rarely tell the full story. The true measure of meaningful work lies in something less visible: the shift from transaction to transformation. At Phelps, this distinction defines the essence of our work. A transaction responds to an immediate need. It offers support in the moment, and that support is important. But transformation goes further. It changes ho

Creating a dedicated tutoring space can change the way students learn and grow. Phase 1 of our project focused on transforming the back part of our new building, previously an ambulance garage, into a vibrant, functional tutoring area. This post shares the journey through before and after photos, highlights the transformation, and looks ahead to what comes next. See the transformation in action - Click to watch our video highlighting the changes to our new space! The Startin