For the month of October, we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month where we celebrate the history and achievements of LGBTQ+ people and their movement. PFLAG offers educational resources

Exploring colleges that have the best support networks for LGBTQ+ students?

Click here to view Campus Pride's 25 best colleges that support and provide academic, financial and social resources for LGBTQ+ students.

KIPP Capital Region Highlight!

Our Director of Post-Secondary Opportunities, Dr. Brooke Paradise, brought fifty KTPH juniors and seniors to a college fair at Hudson Valley Community College! Scholars got to meet with over 200 colleges, universities, CTE, and military programs! We can't wait to see their post-secondary pathway!

Information for High School Students

KIPP Scholarship Programs application portals is live! Check out this explainer graphic below to learn more about the different scholarships and decide which ones are the best fit for you! Click HERE to apply.

SUNY's FREE APP Week: You can apply up to five SUNY Schools with not application fee from October 16-October 29. Click here for more information.

FREE Virtual Sessions on Student Financial Aid

SUNY Offers FREE workshops on the Financial Aid process.

Students and families can sign up for a free online workshop which will provide detailed information about new the financial aid application and award process. They review the cost of attendance and explore the types of financial aid available, including the Excelsior Scholarship.

Click here to sign-up.

Information for Post-Secondary Students

(College, Career, & Beyond)

The University at Albany Career and Professional Development Office is offering a FREE virtual workshop on enhancing your interviewing skills on October 17th! Sign up here!
The Capital District Educational Opportunity Center is hosting a Career fair on October 12th from 11:30am-1:30pm with over 30 organizations! Click here for more information.

2024 Junior Summer Institute Fellowship

A FREE rigorous academic graduate level prep program for undergraduate juniors to obtain a Master's or joint degree in public policy, public administration, international affairs, or a related field.

Click here to apply!

Deadline to apply is November 1st

Looking for extra income?

Event Staff Needed!

The New York Charter School Conference is hosting their event from October 18-20 at The Albany Capital Center. They are seeking Event Interns for their event. It is $15 an hour and a great resume-building experience.

If you are seeking to make extra money apply here or email Kegan at KSmith@necharters.org for more information.

Free Construction Industry Training Program

Schenectady College and Career Outreach Center is offering a FREE 6-week Training and Employment Program for the Construction Industry. They are now accepting applications! Click here for details.

Earn your #OSHA30 and two other industry recognized credentials for entry-level positions in the construction industry!

DEADLINE TO APPLY is October 13th

If you would like to apply, visit the Schenectady College & Career Outreach Center at 433 State Street Fl 1 Schenectady, NY or call (518) 631-2257.

Did you hear????

KIPP Forward

School Supply Fundraiser!

KIPP Forward is hosting a Fundraiser at Blaze Pizza in Stuyvesant Plaza! We are raising money for school supplies for our future graduating classes of 2024! We want to set our students for success in their post-secondary journeys.

It will be on Wednesday, October 25th from 4pm-8pm

Click here to download the advertisement

(Can show the advertisement at the restaurant or use the promo code on the App)

Missed last month's newsletter? Click here

KIPP Forward Resources

Scholarship Resources: Students looking at scholarship opportunities should take a look at our resource list of national, and local scholarships (Updated as needed). Click here to see the list of scholarships!

Career Resources: If you are seeking resources to assist with your career search, click here to see the support systems offered to our Alumni!

Mental Health Resources: To access free mental health and well-being services via Ayana Therapy and Talkspace, click here. Spaces are limited, so take advantage of this opportunity now!

Your KIPP Forward Team

KIPP Forward helps alumni tackle academic, social, and financial challenges they might encounter while pursuing their dreams. Come meet the KIPP Forward team!

Debra Garrett

Manager of Postsecondary Support & Strategic Partnerships

Debra.Garrett@KIPPCapital.org

518-986-5576

Myles Clendenin

Manager of Post-Secondary Support & Persistence

Myles.Clendenin@KIPPCapital.org

518-986-7064

Dr. Brooke Paradise, Ed. D

Director of Post-Secondary Opportunities

Brooke.Paradise@KIPPCapital.org

518-491-9106

Join our Team & Family!

KIPP Capital Region is hiring for various positions!

If you are interested in applying, click here to look at our job openings.

Our Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose- college, career, and beyond- so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

KIPP Capital Region | www.kippcapital.org