Community Conversation Recording, Graduation Celebration Details, & more

Dear Upward,

We are thrilled to celebrate PRIDE Month alongside our LGBTQ+ students, volunteers, donors, and other supporters. Upward Scholars is proud to be an ally of our diverse community and a recipient of their generous funds.

We wish you all a Happy PRIDE! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Please read through this newsletter, which includes Upward Scholars' Community Conversation recording, Graduation Celebration details, and other community events and resources.

Upward Scholars Announcements

Community Conversation: MoveUp with Higher Ed Recording

With Upward Scholars' support, Isabel, Brenda, and Rick obtained higher education and moved up the economic ladder. If you missed the Community Conversation last week, listen to their inspiring stories below.

2024 Graduation Celebration

We are pleased to invite you to our 5th Annual virtual Graduation Celebration!

Join us to celebrate your peers' remarkable academic accomplishments on Sunday, June 23, 2024, from 3 to 4 pm.

This year, we'll recognize over 30 associate's degree or certificate of achievement recipients.

When:

Sunday, June 23, 2024

3–4 pm

Where: via Zoom

Save this link for easy access: bit.ly/GraduationCelebration2024

Spiritual Counseling with Reverend Gerardo García Palacios

Upward Scholars offers students and their families free spiritual and emotional counseling with Rev. Gerardo García Palacios. People of all beliefs are welcome, and Rev. Gerardo is bilingual in English and Spanish.

To schedule a session with Rev. Gerardo, email him at pastorgarcia1679@outlook.com or call/text him at (650) 387-9174.

Platiquitas (bilingual English/Spanish)

Platiquitas provide students the chance to participate in regular small group meetings with grief counselor and Reverend Gerardo centered on specific spiritual topics.

Rev. Gerardo will hold the next Platiquita, or virtual conversation, on "Internal Peace" on Friday, June 28, at 5 pm.

To participate in the Platiquita, join by Zoom here.

Community Opportunities

Career & Resource Fair

Empower your future today! Learn about the free community resources available to help you find a job or start a business—all in one place. There will also be a giveaway, music, food, kid activities, entertainment, and more!

When: June 20, 1–4 pm

Where: 3009 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, CA 94063

FREE Teen Membership this Summer at the YMCA

Memberships are available to all teens entering or graduating high school this year at its 10 locations.

Teens will: get healthy by utilizing gym facilities, get leadership skills by participating in volunteer projects, and get connected with social gatherings.

When: June 1–July 31, 2024

Learn more and sign up here.

CORA’s Family-Centered Mental Health Services

CORA is the only agency in San Mateo County solely dedicated to helping those affected by intimate partner abuse. Their services are designed to provide safety, support, and healing, from counseling to emergency housing to legal assistance.

They have a general mental health program, one focused on the LGBTQ+ community, and a First 5 and children’s program. If you are overcoming intimate partner abuse, CORA is there to help! Visit their website at www.corasupport.org or call their 24-hour emergency hotline at (800) 300-1080 for support.

Make Your Voice Heard: Redwood City & North Fair Oaks

Redwood City Together is partnering with the City of Redwood City to learn about the needs of Redwood City and North Fair Oaks youth (ages 13-24) and parents/caregivers.

Complete the survey in English or Spanish here and share it with friends and neighbors to make your voice heard.

Employment Opportunities

Sequoia District Adult School (SAS) Job Board

SAS has a job board to help students like you find jobs. There are a variety of positions in various industries. Visit their website to learn more.

Scholarship Opportunities

The following is a list of external scholarships with upcoming deadlines. Click on the links to learn more about each scholarship.

NOTE: If you need help applying to any of these, contact Programs Director Diana Viscarra at diana@upwardscholars.org to be paired with a volunteer who can work with you one-on-one.

Immigrants Rising List of Scholarships and Fellowships

Immigrants Rising has curated this list of scholarships and fellowships that don't require proof of U.S. citizenship. The list has general application eligibility requirements, including education level, region/state, and immigration status. Use the filters to find scholarships that could be right for you.

Click here to find an array of scholarships specific to your major or area of study.

If you know of any other job or scholarship opportunities with deadlines in the next few weeks or months, please email the information to Jessica, Marketing & Development Manager, at jessica@upwardscholars.org so she can share them with all Upward Scholars students.

Onward & upward,

Upward Scholars Team