2022

Programas de Participación Familiar del mes de octubre

Family Engagement October Workshops

Daniela Monge, our advisor at Hope High School and E-Cubed Academy, is a graduate of Wheaton College and just completed her master’s in education from Providence College. Prior to coming to the Crusade, she worked closely with at-risk individuals for four years at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections.

Before coming to the College Crusade, you worked with inmates at the ACI. What kind of work did you do and how did your perception of incarcerated people change during that time?

I worked on research studies focused on mental health management for the inmate population in Rhode Island. I primarily worked on suicide prevention, bipolar disorder and anger management studies. I essentially recruited new participants and interviewed them for a year. I spent A LOT of time inside all the facilities – intake, minimum, medium, max and women’s – meeting with inmates as well as navigating through a jail system. I used to have a “black or white” perspective on why people end up in jail, but I learned it is so much more complex than that. I got to see the whole picture and really understand why someone was serving time to begin with. Most times their crime was a product of mismanaged mental health, huge lack of resources in their community and systemic inequality. Working with this population for so long helped me look at people as a whole and take a more holistic perspective on things.

2. You started at the College Crusade in the midst of the pandemic. What techniques or strategies have you used to connect with your students virtually, especially your graduating seniors?

Building connections with students virtual is hard! I don’t have the face value portion to help students trust me. It was a lot of trial and error as well as not taking things personal. What has helped me build connections with students especially with the seniors is to make sure the first time we talk is via Zoom so they see my face and to give them the space to ask me any question they would like. I also encourage them to text me. This has helped a lot with working around their work schedule and extracurricular activities.

Now that you’ve completed your master’s degree and have all kinds of free time on your hands (haha), what do you look forward to pursuing?

I am so excited to finally have free time! I really want to start reading more fiction books now that I don’t have schoolwork to worry about. I am also working on starting a food blog, which I am very excited about.

From your work with high school students, what is one thing you want older generations to know about teenagers today?

These kids are so resilient! They have handled their school work, applying to college, work, family life all during the pandemic. I want older generations to know how much these students have been through and came out of it so successfully.

Summer is almost here! What is your favorite summertime activity or pastime here in the Ocean State?

If you know me, you know I am obsessed with Rhode Island! I am existed for beach days, Del’s, Brickley’s Ice Cream and PVD Fest! Especially getting ice cream; my family and I go once a week during the summer. We try to go to a different local spot.

If you could go back to high school and give yourself a piece of advice, what would it be?

I would tell myself to be braver and take chances. I was so shy in high school that I never tried new things or was scared to.

What have you binge-watched lately?

I binge watch “Grey’s Anatomy” and “New Girl” on rotation. I’ve watched Grey’s seven times since I first started watching back in college. I did take a break from Grey’s and watched “Who Killed Sara?” on Netflix.

What is on your travel bucket list?

I really want to visit all seven continents. I have Antarctica, Asia and Australia left. Getting to Antarctica is going to be interesting.

What is your phone lock screen photo? Is there a story behind it?

It’s a quote “good things are coming.” I wanted a constant reminder to stay positive whenever I feel things aren’t going well. It used to be a picture of my dog Winston but I couldn’t be that dog lady anymore.

What reality show would you want to be on?

My guilty pleasure is “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” I really want to be on the show to see what it’s like to live like a Kardashian. I am just so intrigued by their lifestyle and chaos.

BONUS!

What was your first job before college?

I was a waitress/hostess at Mi Guatemala the summer before college. It was really fun; I got a lot of free food. My dad is friends with the owner so he kind of made up the hostess role to give me a summer job.

Programas de otoño 2022 para escuela secundaria

La descripción de cada programa incluye un enlace al formulario de inscripción cuando corresponda.

Academia de Matemáticas

Academia de Matemáticas brinda apoyo a los estudiantes de la escuela secundaria (grados 9 – 12) que se sienten menos seguros en sus cursos de matemáticas. Nuestro objetivo es asegurarnos de que cada estudiante tenga la oportunidad de practicar habilidades fundamentales clave para convertirse en estudiantes de matemáticas, solucionadores de problemas y pensadores críticos más exitosos. Los instructores dividirán los grupos según la necesidad de habilidades de Álgebra 1, Geometría y Álgebra 2. También brindarán oportunidades de aprendizaje individualizadas, involucrarán a los estudiantes en el trabajo en equipo e incorporarán actividades matemáticas prácticas. Además, brindaremos apoyo para la preparación de exámenes con ejemplos de práctica (P)SAT / SAT, estrategias para resolver y responder los problemas de matemáticas escritos y responder preguntas de opción múltiple de manera más efectiva.

Fechas del programa: Sábados, 1 de octubre – 10 de diciembre (*NO hay programa el 26 de noviembre)

Horario del programa: 9 a.m. – mediodía

Ubicación del programa: Central High School, 70 Fricker St., Providence

Grados: 9 – 12

Notas: Se proporcionará una merienda ligera por la mañana y habrá transporte.

Haga clic para registrarse.

Writing Academy

El programa Writing Academy está diseñado para ayudarlo a desarrollar sus habilidades fundamentales de gramática, estructura de oraciones y organización de sus pensamientos. Los estudiantes trabajarán en cómo asegurarse de que están respondiendo un mensaje correctamente, cómo editar y revisar el trabajo y expresar pensamientos escritos con mayor claridad. Además, proporcionaremos apoyo básico de preparación para el examen SAT, así como habilidades para completar con éxito solicitudes para las universidades y la carreras.

Fechas del programa: Sábados, 1 de octubre – 10 de diciembre (*NO hay programa el 26 de noviembre)

Horario del programa: 9 a.m. – mediodía

Ubicación del programa: JSEC: Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, 182 Thurbers Ave., Providence, RI 02905

Grados: 11 y 12

Notas: Se proporcionará una merienda ligera por la mañana y habrá transporte.

Haga clic para registrarse.

Tutoría para la solicitud de ingreso a la universidad

Ofreceremos apoyo individualizado a nuestros estudiantes de 11.º y 12.º grado en cualquier etapa del proceso de solicitud de ingreso a la universidad. ¡Esto incluye completar la Solicitud común, desarrollar un ensayo, responder preguntas complementarias, completar becas y más! Para ser recibir apoyo con uno de nuestros educadores certificados por favor haga una cita usando le información abajo :

Kelly Corrigan: envíe un correo electrónico para opciones de programación individualizadas.
Consulte con su consejero r para obtener más información sobre los talleres y programas que se brindarán durante todo el año.

*Comuníquese con Al Pari (apari@onwardwelearn.org) si necesita ayuda para encontrar horarios alternativos que funcionen mejor para su horario.

Programas de otoño 2022 para escuela intermedia

La descripción de cada programa incluye un enlace al formulario de inscripción cuando corresponda.

CAAP (CHALLENGE: Adventure and Academic Program)

El programa, popular y de larga duración, RETO: Programa Académico y de Aventura (CAAP) desafiará a los estudiantes de intermedia a explorar, resolver problemas, desarrollar habilidades de pensamiento crítico y divertirse. Los participantes embarcan en una variedad de investigaciones, actividades, tareas y acrobacias (en ocasiones ridículas) que requieren que colaboren, establezcan objetivos y sean creativos, y luego conecten lo que están aprendiendo con sus hogares, escuelas y comunidades. Los participantes en CAAP también trabajan directamente con mentores para explorar temas de liderazgo de justicia y desarrollar habilidades básicas de alfabetización y discusión.

Fechas del programa: Sábados, 1 de octubre – 10 de diciembre (*NO hay programa el 26 de noviembre)

Horarios del programa: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Ubicación del programa: Roger Williams Middle School, 278 Thurbers Ave., Providence

Grados: 6, 7, y 8

Notas: Merienda, almuerzo y transportación serán incluidas.

Haga clic para registrarse.

Academia de Matemáticas

Academia de Matemáticas brinda apoyo a los estudiantes que se sienten menos seguros en sus cursos de matemáticas. Nuestro objetivo es garantizar que cada estudiante tenga la oportunidad de practicar habilidades fundamentales clave para convertirse en estudiantes de matemáticas, solucionadores de problemas y pensadores críticos más exitosos. ¡Los instructores no solo brindarán oportunidades de aprendizaje individualizadas, sino que involucrarán a los estudiantes en el trabajo en equipo y juegos y actividades prácticas de matemáticas!

Fechas del programa: Sábados, 1 de octubre – 10 de diciembre (*NO hay programa el 26 de noviembre)

Horario del programa: 9 a.m. – mediodía

Ubicación del programa: Central High School, 70 Fricker St., Providence

Grados: 6, 7, y 8

Notas: Se proporcionará una merienda ligera por la mañana y habrá transporte.

Haga clic para registrarse.

Academia de Escritura

Muchos estudiantes y padres piden apoyo adicional para poder producir piezas de escritura más sólidas. El programa Writing Academy está diseñado para que los estudiantes desarrollaren sus habilidades fundamentales de gramática, estructura de oraciones y organización de sus pensamientos. No solo trabajarán en cómo asegurarse de que están respondiendo mensajes correctamente, sino también en cómo poner sus pensamientos en papel, editar su propia escritura e involucrar a sus lectores de manera más efectiva.

Fechas del programa: Sábados, 1 de octubre – 10 de diciembre (*NO hay programa el 26 de noviembre)

Horario del programa: 9 a.m. – mediodía

Ubicación del programa: JSEC: Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, 182 Thurbers Ave., Providence

Grados: 6, 7, y 8

Notas: Se proporcionará una merienda ligera por la mañana y habrá transporte.

Haga clic para registrarse.

Fall 2022 High School Programs

Each program description includes a link to the registration form when applicable.

Math Academy

The Math Academy provides support for high school Onward We Learn students who feel less confident in their math coursework. Our goal is to ensure that each student has a chance to practice key foundational skills to become more successful math students, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers. Instructors will split the groups up based on need for Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 skills. They will also provide individualized learning opportunities, engage the students in teamwork, and incorporate hands-on math activities. Additionally, we will provide test prep support with practice (P)SAT/SAT examples, strategies for breaking down the prompt, and answering multiple choice questions more effectively.

Program dates: Saturdays, Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 (*NO program on Nov. 26)

Program times: 9 a.m. – noon

Program location: Central High School, 70 Fricker St., Providence

Grades: 9 – 12

Notes: Morning snack and transportation will be provided.

Click to register.

Writing Academy

The Writing Academy is designed to help build foundational skills in grammar, sentence structure, and organization of thoughts. Students will work on how to make sure they are answering a prompt correctly, how to edit and revise work, and express written thoughts more clearly. Additionally, we will provide basic test prep support for the SAT exam as well as skills for completing college and career applications successfully.

Program dates: Saturdays, Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 (*NO program on Nov. 26)

Program times: 9am – 12pm

Program location: JSEC: Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, 182 Thurbers Ave, Providence

Grades: 11 and 12

Notes: Morning snacks and transportation will be provided.

Click to register.

College Application Tutoring

We are providing individualized support for our 11th and 12th graders in any stage of the college application process. This includes filling out the Common App, developing an essay, answering supplemental questions, completing scholarships, and more! Please use the links below to begin scheduling time with one of our certified educators for support:

Kelly Corrigan: Email for individualized scheduling options
Check in with your advisor to learn more about workshops and programs that will be provided throughout the year.

*Contact Al Pari (apari@onwardwelearn.org) if you need any assistance with finding alternative times that work best for your schedule.

Fall 2022 Middle School Programs

Each program description includes a link to the registration form when applicable.

CAAP (CHALLENGE: Adventure and Academic Program)

The popular and long-running CHALLENGE: Adventure and Academic Program (CAAP) will challenge middle-school learners to explore, solve problems, develop critical thinking skills, and have FUN. Participants embark on a variety of (occasionally ridiculous) investigations, activities, tasks, and stunts that require them to collaborate, set goals, and get creative, then connect what they’re learning to their homes, schools, and communities. Participants in CAAP also work directly with mentors to explore justice-based leadership topics and build foundational literacy and discussion-based skills. 

Program dates: Saturdays, Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 (*NO program on Nov. 26)

Program times: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Program location: Roger Williams Middle School, 278 Thurbers Ave., Providence

Grades: 6, 7, and 8

Notes: Morning snack, lunch, and transportation will be provided.

Click to register.

Middle School Math Academy

The Math Academy provides support for students who feel less confident in their math coursework. Our goal is to ensure that each student has a chance to practice key foundational skills to become more successful math students, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers. The instructors will not only provide individualized learning opportunities but will engage the students in teamwork and hands-on math games and activities!

Program dates: Saturdays, Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 (*NO program on Nov. 26)

Program times: 9 a.m. – noon

Program location: Central High School, 70 Fricker St., Providence

Grades: 6, 7, and 8

Notes: Morning snacks and transportation will be provided.

Click to register.

Writing Academy

Many students and parents ask for extra support in being able to produce stronger pieces of writing. The Writing Academy is designed to help build your foundational skills of grammar, sentence structure, and organizing your thoughts. You will not only work on how to make sure you are answering a prompt correctly, but also on how to put your thoughts on paper, edit your own writing, and engage your readers more effectively.

Program dates: Saturdays, Oct.1 – Dec. 10 (*NO program on Nov. 26)

Program times: 9 a.m. – noon

Program location: Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, 182 Thurbers Ave., Providence

Grades: 6, 7, and 8

Notes: Morning snack and transportation will be provided.

Click to register.

College access and success program lauds today’s student debt relief announcement

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Aug. 24, 2022): Onward We Learn, the college access nonprofit previously known as the College Crusade of Rhode Island, applauds today’s announcement by President Biden to forgive up to $10,000 of federal student loans and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients.

The president’s plan also extends the payment freeze once more until the end of the year. This erasure of debt and freeze will substantially help Rhode Islanders who attended college as low-income and/or first-generation students.

“Thousands of Onward We Learn alumni had no choice but to incur student debt as they pursued their college dreams. For most, such debt impedes their capacity to achieve economic prosperity and accumulate the assets needed to generate wealth,” said Onward We Learn President and CEO Andrew Bramson. “Today’s cancellation will provide some much-needed relief for these borrowers, which in turn will help the Rhode Island economy.

“Today’s announcement must shine a bright light on how broken the higher education finance system is in this country. Beyond today’s cancellation of debt, the federal government must prioritize structural changes to make higher education more affordable. This work cannot wait another day,” Bramson said.

Important policy changes Bramson and the organization advocate for include meaningful efforts to control the ever-rising costs of college; expanding Pell Grants for high-need borrowers; eliminating interest on federal loans; developing more innovative repayment plans; and streamlining loan forgiveness for public service.

“Rhode Island is fortunate to have a congressional delegation that understands and appreciates the burden that student debt creates, especially among young adults,” Bramson said. “Onward We Learn looks forward to partnering with our delegation to seek solutions that action-oriented and will benefit those with the greatest need.”

Onward We Learn supports more than 4,000 students in middle school, high school and college each year with one-on-one advising and year-round programs that focus on academic enrichment, social and emotional development, career education, and postsecondary preparation to help them become the first in their families to earn a college degree. Middle schoolers who attend traditional public schools and select public charter schools and independent schools in Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket and West Warwick are eligible to enroll in Onward We Learn. Learn more at www.onwardwelearn.org.

El proceso de solicitud de ingreso a la universidad

Horario abierto para ayuda general (virtual)

Cómo ayudar a sus hijos a prepararse para la universidad AHORA – Para las familias de la escuela intermedia

Comprender el proceso de ayuda financiera

Apunte fecha para nuestra próxima noche familiar en persona. ¡Todas las familias son bienvenidas a unirse!

An Overview of the College Application Process

Virtual Open Office Hours

How to Help Your Child Prepare for College Now – for Middle School Families

Understanding the Financial Aid Process

Save the date for our next in-person Family Night.

All families are welcome to join!

Academia de Matemáticas

Writing Academy

Tutoría para la solicitud de ingreso a la universidad

CAAP (CHALLENGE: Adventure and Academic Program)

Academia de Matemáticas

Academia de Escritura

Math Academy

Writing Academy

College Application Tutoring

CAAP (CHALLENGE: Adventure and Academic Program)

Middle School Math Academy

Writing Academy

Workshop: Learning Styles and Study Habits

Workshop: Time management and organizational skills

Workshop: Supporting your children during their college journey

Workshop: New school year tips: Helping your child start on the right foot

Workshop: Virtual open office hours

Workshop: Helping your child with homework

Taller: Estilos de aprendizaje y hábitos de estudio

Taller: Administración del tiempo y habilidades organizativas

Taller: Apoyando sus hijos durante el camino universitario

Taller: Consejos de año escolar nuevo: Ayudar a su hijo(a) a comenzar con el pie derecho

Taller: Horas abiertas virtuales

Taller: Cómo Ayudar a su hijo(a) con las tareas

El proceso de solicitud de ingreso a la universidad 