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May is Foster Care Month (2023)

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Did you know that only 13.4% of youth who have experienced foster care in Colorado enroll in postsecondary education by age 21? Foster Care Month graphic

The Guardian Scholars program works to improve post-secondary enrollment, persistence, and attainment for youth and young adults who have experience in the foster care system in Colorado through financial support, 1:1 mentoring, and other navigation and wrap-around supports.

This Spring and Summer we have six scholars graduating with a Certificate, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree!

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Meet Some of Our Graduates:

Foster Care Month graphic - Congrats Ketsia. Class of 2023, University of Colorado Denver, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Foster Care Month graphic. Congrats, Leah! Class of 2023, University of Northern Colorado, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology.
Foster Care Month graphic. Congrats, Chasity! Class of 2023, Red Rocks Community College, Associate of Applied Science, Medical Assisting.
Foster Care Month graphic. Congrats Emily! Class of 2023. University of Colorado Denver - Anschutz. Bachelor of Science, Nursing.

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Guardian Scholar Alumni Spotlight

One of our alumni, Kuiana, graduated with her Master’s in Social Work from MSU Denver. Congratulations, Kuiana!

Foster Care Month graphic. Congrats, Kmana! Class of 2023, Metropolitian State University of Denver. Master of Social Work, Guardian Scholar Alumni.
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We had a fun-filled celebration on May 18 at Left Hand Brewing RiNo to highlight all our scholars’ achievements this past academic year and recognize our graduates! Thank you to everyone who came to share in the festivities!

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We offer our congratulations to all of our scholars – we are so proud of your achievements!

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Forward Steps fills an important gap that helps ensure all students have equal access to postsecondary education and training success by providing financial assistance, mentorship, career coaching, and essential skill development.

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