LaVaughn, a high school senior, is finally seeing her hard work pay off . She's just been accepted to WIMS (Women in Medical Science), a prestigious after-school program for girls from impoverished areas of the city. At first, Dr. Moore, the program's founder, takes a special interest in LaVaughn and agrees to write her a college recommendation letter. But when LaVaughn uncovers a dark secret from Dr. Moore's past, their relationship quickly turns sour-and LaVaughn sees her chance at a college education "falling through the air."
Topics Mothers and children. Poverty. Overcoming hardships. Doing the right thing. Science. Summer classes. DNA. Heartache. Bullies. Applications. Interviews. Babysitting. Art museums. Sculpture. Teachers. Friends. Teen pregnancy. Angels. Homophobia. Computers. Thank-you notes. Gossip. Women in science. Virginia Apgar (1909-1974). Marie Sklodowska Curie (1867-1934). Rosalind Franklin (1920-1958). The power of encouragement. Letters of recommendation. Personal histories. Children's Services. Family similarities. Medical ethics. DNA sequencing. Human reproduction. Child abandonment. Shame. Reuniting parents and children. Anger. Judging others. Hitting a ball. Childbirth. Forgiveness. Getting a GED. Graduation ceremonies. Motives. First kisses. Success. Happiness.
SRC Level 7.300000
SRC Points 16.000000
Lexile 940L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Publication date 2009-01-31
JLG Release Date Apr 2009
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Young Adult Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
Young Adult Plus
Young Adult Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
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