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Drift Prep is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the overall well-being of families during their teens’ transition to adulthood by offering career exposure, ACT prep, financial literacy, and skill development programs in Birmingham City Schools.

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Comprehensive Services for Teen Empowerment

Skills development

Skills development

At Drift Prep, we believe in the power of skills development as a transformative tool for teenagers on their journey to adulthood. Our Skills Development program is meticulously crafted to equip your child with essential life skills that go beyond the classroom, setting them on a path towards success and self-confidence.

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Career Exposure

Career Exposure

At Drift Prep, we understand that the journey from adolescence to adulthood is a pivotal period filled with curiosity, questions, and possibilities. Our Career Exposure program is designed to broaden horizons, inspire dreams, and ignite the passion for exploration in high school and junior high students.

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Achieve your goals

Achieve your goals

Navigating the educational landscape can be a complex and daunting task for both students and their families. Drift Prep’s Educational Path Awareness program is here to illuminate the path forward, offering guidance and support to help students make informed decisions about their academic journey.

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About Us

At Drift Prep, we are passionate about nurturing the potential of every teenager as they embark on their journey from adolescence to adulthood. Our nonprofit organization was founded with a clear mission: to empower and prepare the youth of Birmingham for a future full of possibilities.

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What Sets Us Apart

Comprehensive Approach

Comprehensive Approach

Drift Prep takes a holistic approach to teen development, addressing not only academic needs but also personal growth, career aspirations, and life skills.

Dedicated Team

Dedicated Team

Our team comprises educators, counselors, and professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Birmingham’s youth.

Community-Centric

Community-Centric

We are deeply rooted in the Birmingham community, actively collaborating with schools, professionals, and families to create a network of support.

Nonprofit Commitment

Nonprofit Commitment

As a nonprofit organization, our primary focus is on the well-being of our community and the success of our students, not financial gain.


Our Team Members

About Talethia Cosby
About CarDarius
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Talethia Cosby

Talethia is a Georgia native who made Birmingham her home in 2008. As a dedicated Clinical Laboratory Scientist specializing in Genetics, she has 20+ years of medical laboratory expertise and is a proud graduate of University of Alabama at Birmingham, Albany State University, and Georgia Military College. 

Talethia currently serves Birmingham through collaborative efforts with many nonprofits and committees in an all-points approach to wellness within the family unit.

A Dedicated Scientist with a Mission: Empowering teens and families for a brighter tomorrow. Fostering education and skills to unlock limitless potential. Committed to igniting the path to success, one young mind at a time, and building better futures through knowledge and opportunity. Advocating for healthy, happy, and stable futures.

CarDarius

CarDarius grew up in rural York, AL and attended college at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He majored in Biology in undergrad and Medical Laboratory Science in graduate school. He is currently a medical technologist at UAB’s Student Health and Wellness Center. 

While in college, CarDarius joined Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. He was an active member of both, and he was chapter secretary during his undergraduate membership in Alpha Phi Alpha.

CarDarius has written a book titled, A Different Perspective: Revisiting Slavery, War & Freedom, where he takes an in-depth look at Black American history and reanalyzes many of the common narratives about slavery and emancipation. He plans to write more books about history and biology to share what he has learned while at university and independently. 

During his free time, CarDarius likes to read, play basketball, and workout.