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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
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FLORECER fosters a college-going culture and increases college access and preparedness for adolescent youth by equipping and empowering students and parents with the knowledge, skills, and tools to navigate pathways to higher education.
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FLORECER's programs and services increase the knowledge, trajectory, and preparedness to pursue higher education. FLORECER offers comprehensive college readiness and parent engagement programming including navigation services for completing college admissions and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In addition, FLORECER provides opportunities to enhance digital skills, engage in pro-social activities, participate in college campus visits, practice civic engagement, and benefit from meaningful peer mentorship opportunities. ​
FLORECER's programs and services are prioritized for students who are from low to moderate income households who have been historically underserved, adjudicated youth (justice involved), rural, migrant and indigenous students, youth in foster care, and students who have chronic absenteeism and/or who have suffered learning loss as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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Bridging the
Digital Divide
Achieving Digital Equity
The digital divide is more pronounced in the rural southern border community of South Yuma County which is largely comprised of Latino and Indigenous, monolingual Spanish speakers, migrant and seasonal farmworkers, and new immigrants who have been historically underserved and excluded from opportunities. ​
FLORECER works to increase digital literacy and bridge the digital divide by providing hands-on assistance and empowering students and parents with the digital tools, skills, and confidence they need to successfully navigate the college admissions and financial aid application processes.
Parent
Engagement
An engaged parent has the greatest influence on their child's future.
Florecer equips and empowers parents in their child's educational journey. FLORECER works to de-mystifying the college admissions and financial aid process. Financial literacy workshops allow parents and students to gain a better understanding of college costs and what resources are available to pay for college. Workshops provide financial literacy and guidance on scholarship searches and how to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Peer
Advisor
Program
Meaningful Mentorship
Peer Advisors are college students who serve as mentors, providing academic support and answering questions about the college experience. Peer advisors lead workshops to empower students and parents with the information they need to navigate the college admissions and financial aid application process.
College
Preparedness
Early exposure is key!
Introducing college at an early age is key to creating a college-going culture where youth can begin to see themselves in a university setting. Florecer focuses on exposing youth to elite college opportunities through a variety of pathways.
Youth Engagement
Developing good character is key!
Character development, leadership, and good sportsmanship are pillars in the development of healthy adolescent youth.
Florecer encourages and fosters involvement of youth in organized sports. This is foundational to building confidence, resilience, and teamwork.
​Campus Visits
Building Confidence!
Visiting college campuses helps to demystify the college experience.
It allows youth to build confidence. and feel comfortable on a college campus thereby increasing their likelihood of attending college.
Civic Engagement
Shaping the next generation of leaders
Introducing civic engagement at an early age is essential for youth to develop into engaged and responsible citizens, leaders, and public servants.
Florecer provides opportunities for youth to visit government institutions to learn about democracy, voting, and the three branches of government (legislative, executive, and judicial), as well as engage in community organizing and community service projects.
