Overview of Our Services
While offering services and resources, our objectives are structured around promoting academic success, encouraging college graduation — leading to professional employment.
Additionally, the Purple Umbrella programming aims to support personal well-being of the student, develop career aspirations and build leadership capabilities. The Youth and Family Advocate, in the First Star Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Academy, will be the primary contact for Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ students impacted by care.
Our Services
- Assisting students with obtaining their driver’s license
- Special orientation to campus for new students (key departments and staff)
- Hosting workshops focused on financial capabilities and career preparation
- Support access to other systems (courts, human services, Medicaid, public assistance)
- Graduation preparation assistance (Graduation Preparation Seminars)
- Year-round housing options (community-based endeavor)
- Financial aid and educational financial planning annual reviews
- Work study or employee skill development
- Academic assessment, support and monitoring (working with pertinent departments)
- Campus engagement and social connections
- Cultural and personal identity development
- Leadership and advocacy skill development
- Emergency funding support
- Enrollment and admissions support
- Welcome packs with supplies including toiletries and linen for incoming students