Guardian Scholars

What is the Guardian Scholars Program?

The Pierce College Guardian Scholars Program is designed to support current and former foster youth achieve their educational goals, to either complete a certificate, associates degree, or transfer to a university.  

Guardian Scholars Services

• Meet with a designated Guardian Scholars staff 
• Assist with the college admissions application, matriculation process: assessment, orientation, and counseling
• Meet with a designated counselor to develop an educational plan
  • To schedule a counseling appointment with the Guardian Scholars Program Counselor please email us at guardianscholars@piercecollege.edu
• Assistance with the Financial Aid and Chafee applications
• Determine eligibility for EOP&S Program
• Referral to other support services such as Special Services, Tutoring, Bookstore, Transfer Center, etc.
• Participate in our life skills workshops:  Transfer process, Budgeting/Money Management, Health, Employment Readiness, etc.

Guardian Scholars Benefits

• Connect with John Burton Foundation to assist foster youths with the following resources:
  • Book loaner program
  • books and supplies
  • Laptop
  • Critical needs fund
• Access to the Food Pantry
• Purchase cap and gown
• University tours

Where are we located: EOPS Office, Student Services Building, 2nd floor

How to contact us: Email at guardianscholars@piercecollege.edu

View our Guardian Scholars Brochure

Resources

California Ombudsman for Foster Care - ensures that the voice of foster children and youth is heard and act on their behalf.
Help Line 1-877-846-1602
www.fosteryouthhelp.ca.gov

Independent Living Program - this site is for current or former foster youth/probation youth which provides important information and resources regarding ILP/Transitional Coordinators, housing, education, living skills, employment, legal assistance and much more.
www.ilponline.org

The Alliance for Children's Rights
www.kids-alliance.org

iFoster Life changing resources for children and youth
www.ifoster.org

California College Pathways - helping California's foster youth access higher education and reach their educational goals
www.cacollegepathways.org

John Burton Foundation
www.johnburtonfoundation.org