Caregivers

outcomes & statistics

At First Star, we surround youth with a team of adults who are committed to their success. As caregivers, your commitment to this program, and to the youth who participate, is critical.

outcomes we seek to achieve in the 4 year program: 

• At least 90% of the youth can identify their education rights and appropriate strategies to advocate for themselves
• At least 90% of youth who participate in four years of Academy programming graduate high school
• At least 80% of youth enrolling in higher education will identify and enroll in the courses required for a degree
• At least 80% of youth enrolled in community college will identify the requirements to transfer to a 4-year university
• At least 80% of youth will identify post-high school employment and/or education goals, and identify and understand how to access the specific resources needed to pursue those goals

CAREGIVER ENGAGEMENT 

First Star engages caregivers through home visits and phone check-ins. The circumstances of every family and scholar is unique, and we tailor our caregiver engagement accordingly. We might assist with navigating schools, advocating at court, connecting families to resources, or simply providing an ear to listen. No matter what, we co-create with scholars, families and caseworkers a positive, safe and inclusive environment for psychosocial and academic growth.