A year-round student support program that addresses the academic needs of youth enrolled in middle and high school that are seeking additional support in achieving their goals and maximizing their success.

The focus of the Latino Student Support Services is to provide youth with opportunities that allow them to participate in positive activities, set goals, experience academic success, and plan for their futures.

Services include the following:

• Assist students in developing an individual plan that addresses education, employment, and/or personal goals along with the means for attaining identified goals. The plan is reviewed and revised throughout student participation in the program.

• Ensure that students are informed of the graduation requirements and are registered for classes that meet district guidelines as well as meet the enrollment requirements of post secondary institutions.

• Case Management and support services that address barriers impacting the students’ lives.

• Provide youth with study skills development. Topics include organization, note taking, time management, test preparation, and test taking

• After school and in school tutoring support services. Schedule for Tutoring.

• Encourage participants that are enrolled as juniors in Foss, Lincoln, Mt. Tahoma High, and Clover Park Schools to apply for the Achiever’s Scholarship available through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Provide students with support and guidance throughout the process.

• Post Secondary education exploration including assistance with application and financial aid processes. Organization of campus visits, scholarship search, and assistance with pre-college test requirements (PSAT,SAT)

• Opportunities to participate in various community events, develop leadership skills, and volunteer.

• Field trips that promote awareness and appreciation of the diverse community in which they live.