Å®ÓÅapp Staff and Student Team to Attend RUSD’s Pathways to College & Career Family Engagement Summit
Å®ÓÅapp (Å®ÓÅapp) is proud to announce that six staff members and four student staff represented the college at the Pathways to College & Career Family Engagement Summit on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Ramona High School. This annual event, hosted by the Riverside Unified School District (RUSD), offers families access to valuable resources related to higher education, career exploration, and financial aid.
The Å®ÓÅapp team provided information on dual enrollment, financial aid opportunities, and community programs for adult education. Attendees had the chance to learn how students can earn college credits while still in high school and explore Å®ÓÅapp’s educational pathways.
Å®ÓÅapp’s participation included a dedicated information booth where attendees could engage with staff and students to explore various programs.
Å®ÓÅapp Staff in Attendance
- Jessica Contreras – Outreach Specialist
- Leo Garcia Rivera – Outreach Specialist
- Ruby Acevedo – Educational Advisor
- Kris Acevedo – Educational Advisor
- Maria de Jesus Gallegos – Financial Aid Advisor
- Delia Tijerina – Supervisor, Outreach Services
The Pathways to College & Career Family Engagement Summit, which ran from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., featured workshops on admissions processes, career technical education, and academic success strategies for students of all ages. Families enjoyed a free continental breakfast and lunch from a food truck, with meal tickets distributed at registration while supplies last.
This summit underscores Å®ÓÅapp’s ongoing collaboration with RUSD to expand access to educational resources in the region. By empowering students and their families with information about academic programs and career options, Å®ÓÅapp aims to create stronger connections between local schools, the college, and the broader community. Together, these efforts help ensure students of all backgrounds can achieve their educational goals.
For more information about Å®ÓÅapp’s programs and services, visit Outreach Services.