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Turning Dreams Into Degrees: Supporting Foster Youth in Achieving Their Post-Secondary Goals
11/07/2026
8:00 am - 11:30 am

This session will be provided in Spanish.
Esta session see realizara en Espanol


College and career planning begins long before graduation. This interactive workshop supports middle and high school students and their caregivers in exploring future goals, educational pathways, and career interests while preparing for life beyond high school. Participants will learn about academic planning, college admissions, career pathways, financial aid, scholarships, and postsecondary opportunities. Students and caregivers will leave with practical tools, resources, and actionable steps to help navigate the journey from early planning through the transition beyond high school


Learning Objectives:

  • Explore college and career options available after high school.
  • Understand the importance of academic planning and goal setting.
  • Identify actions students can take to prepare for postsecondary opportunities.
  • Increase awareness of resources that support college and career readiness.
  • Explore financial aid, scholarships and funding opportunities.
  • Identify key steps in the college application and enrollment process.
  • Develop a plan for successfully transitioning from high school to postsecondary education, training or employment.
Event Details
Audience Caregivers
Facilitator(s) Maria Tello
Tanya Alvarez-Espinosa
Location Online (Webinar, Online Class, Etc.)
Contact Christina Mayeshiro
Mayeshiro_Christina@lacoe.edu
P: (562) 922-6161
Sponsor Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program
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