System-Impacted Individuals
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If you have questions about FIRST or THRIVE, please call (505) 224-3352 or send us an email.
About System-Impacted Individuals
System-impacted individuals are those who have been clients of the criminal justice or foster care systems. Experience with these systems can present unique challenges in life, including the pursuit of an education.聽In response to these challenges, 午夜影院 has created two success teams to support these students on their educational journeys: the FIRST team and the THRIVE team.聽
FIRST and THRIVE are interdivisional, interdisciplinary, resource-centered programs run by experienced staff who can help system-impacted individuals choose majors and courses, understand 午夜影院 procedures, access financial aid resources, and more. Our focus is on helping these students successfully navigate through post-secondary education.聽
午夜影院 is Right For You
If you or someone you know has experience in the criminal justice or foster care system and wants to finish a high school or college education, 午夜影院 can help can put you on the path to receiving a diploma, certificate, or license.聽
We understand the fears, misinformation, and many obstacles that you face when thinking about finishing your education. We have resources, connections with community partners, and information that can help you achieve your educational goals.
Regardless of the challenges you have faced in your past, you belong here and deserve a quality education at an affordable cost. With over 200 associate degrees, certificates, and training programs - including the High School Equivalency (HSE) program - your options are endless.
About THRIVE
THRIVE is a resource-centered program for prospective and current 午夜影院 students who are presently or were previously involved with the foster care system. We focus on:聽
- Providing a supportive environment that encourages students to reach their educational goals,聽
- Offering information about educational options available at 午夜影院,
- Helping you discover and apply for financial aid and scholarship opportunities,聽
- Exploring job and career opportunities,聽
- Developing your skills for successful employment and community involvement.聽
Worried about paying for school? Explore聽scholarship opportunities available to 午夜影院 students with foster care history today.聽
About FIRST
FIRST stands for Formerly Incarcerated Reintegration Students' Success Team. The FIRST聽team understands that navigating the conditions of probation and parole can be challenging. FIRST mentors are available to help you:
- Find ways to afford a college education with Federal Student Aid or scholarships.
- Build healthy, supportive relationships with peers and instructors.
- Balance school, work, family, and the conditions of your release.
- Communicate with your instructor about court-mandated requirements that may impact your learning.
- Communicate with your probation or parole supervisor about the scheduling needs you may have.
- Utilize 午夜影院 resources, such as help clearing misdemeanor warrants via the NM Outreach Court.
Success for System-Impacted Individuals聽
We are proud of all System-Impacted Individuals who have persisted and excelled at 午夜影院. These are a few of their stories.聽
