Audren Morris-Sandoval, MPP
Founder & Executive Director
Welcome to FLORECER
Proudly Serving Yuma County, Arizona
and Imperial County, California
At FLORECER, we believe that postsecondary education attainment is a springboard for individual growth and social and economic prosperity. ​​As a first-generation college student, I know first-hand the many challenges students face when it comes to paving a pathway to higher education. ​With nearly a decade of experience in student services, financial aid administration, and Division 1 NCAA compliance at the nation's top public university, UCLA- I was inspired to create a space uniquely designed to guide our youth, break cycles of poverty, and increase postsecondary education attainment in the rural, southern border communities of Yuma County, Arizona. and Imperial County, California.
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I founded FLORECER to foster a flourishing, resilient community made stronger through the education attainment of our youth. FLORECER supports youth to reach their full potential and flourish!
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FLORECER participated in the
San Pasqual Valley Unified School District College & Career Fair
FLORECER has partnered with the Yuma County Juvenile Justice Center to provide college and career pathways programming for justice involved youth.
The FLORECER Peer Advisors got a tour of the Youth Empowerment & Support Center and the Hope Closet.
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COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS
​FLORECER partners with high schools throughout Yuma County, Arizona and Imperial County, California to equip students and their families with the tools, skills, and knowledge to increase college readiness.​
FLORECER delivers youth programming and activities such as:
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Understanding College Options
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College and University Campus Visits
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Navigating the College Admissions Application Process
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Applying for Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Digital Literacy
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Understanding College Costs & Affordability
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Finding Community on a College Campus
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Combating Imposter Syndrome
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Student Wellness
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FLORECER Peer Advisors provide hands on digital navigation for college pathways.
FLORECER participated in
Yuma High School's
Community Open House.
FLORECER participated in
Somerton High School's
Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Expo and Family Night.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
FLORECER partnered with Instituto for a Civic Engagement Community Outreach at the Somerton Corn Festival.
