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Upward Scholars

Upward Scholars provides adult immigrants the boost they need to move up the economic ladder through education and career development support.

05/16/2026

Graduation season is here, and it’s time to save the date for an exciting one! 🎓🎉

We’re thrilled to invite you to Upward Scholars' 7th Annual virtual Graduation Celebration on Sunday, June 14, from 3:00–4:00 pm (via Zoom)!

Come celebrate the incredible achievements of our graduating students and recognize the dedication, resilience, and hard work that brought them to this milestone.

It’s a special moment to honor their journeys, and you won’t want to miss it! 💙🧡

05/13/2026

We're excited to announce our newest Board members, Edgar and John! 🎉

Edgar Castellanos is a proud Upward Scholars alum who experienced firsthand how our programs open doors and change lives. He his two associate degrees supported by Upward Scholars and his years of experience in the construction industry to build a thriving remodeling company, Topline Remodeling Inc. Now, Edgar is eager to give back to the community that helped him move up by joining our board and championing the students walking the same path he once did.

John Hiester is a social impact leader with 20+ years in the nonprofit and public sectors, focused on youth development, workforce development, educational access, and human services. As South Bay Director at GreenLight Fund, he works in San José to identify unmet community needs and direct investments that help nonprofits expand their reach. Previously, he served as Executive Director of Breakthrough Silicon Valley and Silicon Valley Site Director at Year Up Bay Area, building a strong track record of guiding organizations through growth and change.

Help us welcome Edgar and John into the Upward Scholars community!

Learn more about them and the rest of the Upward Scholars team at https://www.upwardscholars.org/staff-and-board 🙌🏽

04/17/2026

Don’t forget to RSVP for the English Conversation Clubs! 🗣️

Want to practice your English in a friendly, supportive environment? Join our upcoming Conversation Club, where English learners can strengthen their speaking and listening skills while connecting with community volunteers. It’s a fun, low-pressure space to practice English, build confidence, and meet new people. And now you can choose to attend virtually or in person, whichever works best for your schedule!

Virtual Conversation Club:
📅 Date: Thursday, April 23
🕕 Time: 9:30–11 am
📍 Location: Zoom

In-person Conversation Club:
📅 Date: Friday, April 24
🕕 Time: 6:30–8 pm
📍 Location: Sobrato Center for Nonprofits (350 Twin Dolphin Dr, Redwood City)

🎓 Students: Come practice English, ask questions, and enjoy great conversations!
🔗 RSVP: https://forms.gle/fLjbFwq4LCLh54Pi8

🙌 Friends & Volunteers: Support our students by joining as a conversation partner and helping them grow their language skills.
🔗 RSVP: https://forms.gle/C3GWbLXP7JJDk44t5

We can’t wait to make new connections with you! 💙

04/15/2026

Access to education starts with the right tools! 📚

At Upward Scholars, we know that the cost of textbooks and course materials creates real barriers for students. That’s why we provide support to help cover these essential resources each semester, ensuring our scholars have what they need to succeed in the classroom.

As textbook prices continue to rise, this support helps our students stay focused on their studies rather than worry about how to afford their materials.

By donating to Upward Scholars, you’re investing directly in a student’s education and future. Together, we can remove barriers, increase equity in the classroom, and open doors to opportunity. 🤝

04/10/2026

Celebrating Dolores Huerta Day ✊🏽 🌼

Today, we honor the legacy of Dolores Huerta, a trailblazing labor leader, civil rights activist, and advocate for education and equity. A co-founder of the United Farm Workers and a lifelong champion of women's rights and immigrant dignity, Dolores has spent over six decades proving that ordinary people can change the world.

Her lifelong work uplifting farmworkers and immigrant communities continues to inspire generations. Her powerful message, "Sí se puede," reminds us that change is possible through perseverance, community, and collective action.

At Upward Scholars, we are proud to carry forward that spirit by supporting adult immigrant students as they pursue education, opportunity, and a brighter future.

04/08/2026

OYE! Conference 2026 🎓✨

We were honored to return to Cañada College for this year’s 14th Annual Orgullo y Educación (OYE) Conference, where the theme was “Resilient and Strong; We Always Carry On”.

This powerful event brought together over 400 people to explore Latina/e/o/x identity, culture, and community through inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and meaningful connections.

A very special thank you to our incredible peer mentors, Elizabeth López and Monica Ingunza, and our Programs Coordinator, Alma Noriega, who represented Upward Scholars with pride and passion. Your support and leadership helped make the day a great success! 🙌

04/07/2026

English Conversation Club Is Back, virtually and in-person! 🗣️

Want to practice your English in a friendly, supportive environment? Join our upcoming Conversation Club, where English learners can strengthen their speaking and listening skills while connecting with community volunteers. It’s a fun, low-pressure space to practice English, build confidence, and meet new people. And now you can choose to attend virtually or in person, whichever works best for your schedule!

Virtual Conversation Club:
📅 Date: Thursday, April 23
🕕 Time: 9:30–11 am
📍 Location: Zoom

In-person Conversation Club:
📅 Date: Friday, April 24
🕕 Time: 6:30–8 pm
📍 Location: Sobrato Center for Nonprofits (350 Twin Dolphin Dr, Redwood City)

🎓 Students: Come practice English, ask questions, and enjoy great conversations!
🔗 RSVP: https://forms.gle/fLjbFwq4LCLh54Pi8

🙌 Friends & Volunteers: Support our students by joining as a conversation partner and helping them grow their language skills.
🔗 RSVP: https://forms.gle/C3GWbLXP7JJDk44t5

We can’t wait to make new connections with you! 💙

04/01/2026

🌾 Happy Farmworkers Day! 🌾

On March 31, we honor the countless hands and hearts that built the farmworkers movement. This movement has always been the story many: the women who organized in the shadows, survivors—like Dolores Huerta—who held their truth for decades before the world was ready to hear it, Filipino workers like Larry Itliong and Philip Vera Cruz who led the Delano Grape Strike, and undocumented immigrants who risked everything for dignity and justice.

This Farmworkers Day, we uplift every voice that was silenced, every name that was left out of the history books, and every worker who still bends down in the fields today so we can eat.

To the farmworkers in our community, we see you. We are grateful to you. We stand with you. Your sacrifices are the foundation of this movement, and your dignity is non-negotiable. 🍇

03/09/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💐

A woman who learns, earns, and leads doesn’t rise alone — she lifts everyone around her. 🌍

When women access higher education and economic opportunity, child health improves. Household incomes grow. Communities become more resilient. Generational cycles change.

Empowering one woman is never just about one woman.
This , let’s celebrate the ripple effect — and commit to removing every barrier that slows it down. 💜

03/06/2026

Celebrating Women’s History Month 🌸✨

At Upward Scholars, we are proud to uplift and support the many women pursuing higher education and building pathways to opportunity for themselves and their families. Their strength and determination remind us why education matters.

Here’s to celebrating women’s stories, contributions, and the power of equity in action. 💜

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330 Twin Dolphin Drive, Ste 101
Redwood City, CA
94065

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
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Friday	9am - 5pm

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