Family Program

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Program Overview

The Pre-Collegiate Family Program at the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is designed to work with families of current Pre-Collegiate students who participate in one of the Center programs. The program works to expand the educational curriculum to support families. As Center students continue to receive important information on college preparation and how to access higher education, it is equally important to educate families and parents, so they can support their students confidently. The program serves as a major role in assisting families navigating the college access process as they guide their students.

Eligibility and Responsibilities

Eligibility

  • Must have student(s) participating in one of the Center programs  
  • Must have a desire for their student(s) to attend college

Responsibilities and Expectations

Our staff is committed to providing the families with every opportunity to be successful in guiding their students. However, to get the full benefit from their experiences, parents and guardians are expected to:

  • Actively participate in the Pre-Collegiate Family Program  
  • Attend and be fully involved in all program-sponsored activities 
  • Cooperate with the program staff in all program-related matters

Saturday Academy

During the school year, parents engage in monthly Saturday Academy workshops. The workshops, focus on teaching parents how to support their students better. 

  • College preparation
  • Financial literacy
  • Advocating for your students
  • Financial aid
  • Campus tour 
  • Understanding different college cultures
  • Effective communication 
  • College fair
  • Career exploration 
  • Networking/Internships/Involvement  
  • Mental health 
  • Transition to high school and college

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