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January 2022 Newsletter
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This is the first week back from winter break for LAUSD students — at least for those with a negative COVID test. While we hoped we’d be planning early-year gatherings, Omicron had other plans. So, we are focusing on what’s right in front of us, week by week or at times, even day by day.
While this is a difficult time for our community and school partners as they cope with high infection rates and staffing shortages, Fulfillment Fund is still here for our students no matter their situation.
At the end of our first in-person semester, two things stood out to us about our students and programs. It was clear that many students had gaps in their knowledge about high school requirements, college admissions requirements, and opportunities for college and career after high school. Since we hadn't been able to engage high school lower-classmen in person as we have done for decades, we were not surprised. So, we have been helping them to quickly catch up and fill in those gaps to prepare them for the road ahead to college.
We also learned that our new social-emotional program components are indeed working. Our student surveys showed that providing students with a safe space to share concerns has helped them alleviate anxiety and focus on getting ready for higher education and staying on track to graduate.
Deadlines are still looming, so each day we make the most of the opportunity to do all we can to help students bounce back. Circumstances around us change, but we are committed to staying the course. Thank you for helping us keep our commitment to our students and helping them achieve their goals.
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Takeaways from the new normal
The fall semester was one of learning and adapting for our students and our staff. After 18 months of remote learning, students and staff spent the fall semester getting reacquainted with each other and the new procedures designed to keep everyone safe and healthy. Read more about what we learned from our first semester back. <[link removed]>
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Let’s hear it for the LA Rams
We could not be prouder of our team who is a champion for education in our community. The LA Rams have partnered with Fulfillment Fund to award 13 scholarships to support students on the path to college graduation. The scholarships will commemorate the legendary Rams player and pioneer Kenny Washington. Learn more. <[link removed]>
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That’s a wrap for Laura’s first semester
For an entire semester, we have been following Laura during her first term at Columbia University. If you have been reading her blog, you witnessed her growth over this period. The first semester away from home and at school is full of surprises and life lessons that will stay with us for years to come. Read Laura’s last blog. <[link removed]>
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We hope you were able to enjoy your end-of-year festivities both happy and healthy. We never want to pass up the opportunity to thank our donors and supporters for sticking with us, particularly during these difficult times. During our Road Ahead <[link removed]> fundraiser, <[link removed]> thanks to your generosity, we successfully unlocked all our match challenges!
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