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Destination Graduation

Helping Underserved OC Students Access Higher Education

Destination Graduation℠ aims to increase the high school graduation rate by offering middle and high school students from high-need districts exciting college readiness workshops and events. We’re empowering students to explore colleges, develop leadership skills, learn how to navigate the college application process, and more. Together, we’re striving to ensure all students, regardless of their background, have equitable access to these opportunities.

 

Destination Graduation helps both students and parents understand that higher education is attainable and accessible. Our goal is to ensure our students graduate prepared for college, career, and beyond. Contact us to learn more.

Explore what destination graduation has to offer

College Knowledge Workshops

  • Application Support
  • Financial Aid
  • College Campus Exploration

Student Advisory Council

  • Community Service Activities
  • Leadership Experiences
  • Six-month Program

Student Leadership Conference

  • College and Career Readiness
  • Personal Finance
  • Networking and Professionalism

College Level-Up Series

  • College Readiness
  • Financial Aid and Scholarship Opportunities
  • Undocumented, DACA, and/or AB540 Resources

Personal Engagement & Career Exploration

  • Identify Personal Skill Sets
  • Design a Success Roadmap

School-Based College Field Trips

  • Resources for Field Trips Provided
  • California Community Colleges and Universities

Corporate Share Days

  • Business Executives Share Experiences
  • Students Explore Prospective Career Paths

Summer College Prep Academy

  • College Readiness and Knowledge
  • Financial Aid Options

Download the Destination Graduation program flier to learn more

DESTINATION GRADUATION IN ACTION

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Learn more or get involved

If you are a student, parent, or teacher who wants to learn more or you’d like to volunteer and support, please contact:


Yahaira Ortiz, Director, United for Student Success
949.263.6142
Yahairao@UnitedWayOC.org.

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