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December 11, 2024

Scholar Spotlight: Laila


Growing up it felt like my college years were always threatened. I never doubted myself or told myself I couldn’t do it; it was more that I was being...

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December 11, 2024

Keys to Success: Angel


Angel's life has been a challenging journey, marked by many transitions and significant hurdles. From a young age, he found himself in and out of foster...

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December 5, 2024

The Holidays and Foster Care


The holidays – often seen as a time of joy, family gatherings, and celebration – can be a challenging period for children in foster care. While many...

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November 13, 2024

Scholar Spotlight: Joseph


Hello, I am Joseph. I grew up in the foster care system for 11 years. I used to think that my time and mistakes in the system was all I was. It was like...

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October 11, 2024

Scholar Spotlight: AJ


Since the time he was in preschool, AJ's heart was set on a career in healthcare. His fascination with science and an innate sense of community duty were...

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September 27, 2024

Keys to Success: Ke’Lize


When Ke'Lize joined Keys to Success (KTS) last November, she was at a crossroads — without a job and missing vital documents like her birth certificate...

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