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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