Academic Advising
Participants work closely with an Academic Advisor who provides academic guidance throughout their high school years and beyond. The Academic Advisor is responsible for tracking participants' academic progress and ensuring that every participant is on a college track from the moment they are admitted into the program.
After-School Study Hall
Participants attend study hall at their respective high schools three days a week for one hour after school. During study hall, the participants receive tutoring and academic advising. School supplies and snacks are provided.
Saturday Academy
Participants attend Saturday Academy sessions at Cal State LA, receiving supplemental instruction in English, math, science, and enrichment workshops. School supplies and a meal are provided.
Fall 2025
- October 4
- October 18 * Parent Academy
- November 1
- November 15
Spring 2026
- January 24
- February 21 * Parent Academy
- March 21
- April 25
Parent Academy
Family Workshops in English and Spanish
Student Enrichment Activities
Participants visit 2-4 universities every year. In addition, the participants have the opportunity to attend student conferences and workshops where they receive information about financial aid, college admissions requirements, SAT/ACT preparation, leadership development, and multicultural awareness.
Fall 2025 - College Visits
- Thursday, October 2 - Los Angeles Programs 9th/10th visiting University of California, Irvine
- Friday, October 17 - Pasadena Programs 9th/10th visiting University of California, Irvine
Spring 2026 - College Visit
- Monday, February 16 - Pasadena and Los Angeles Programs visiting San Diego State University
National TRIO Day
- Saturday, February 28 - Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (Pasadena and Los Angeles)
Summer Retreat - College Visits
- CSU Monterey Bay, UC Santa Cruz, Santa Clara University, and UC Merced
Graduation Ceremony
May, 2026
Class of 2026
Summer 2026
- Tuesday, June 9, 2026
- Pasadena Programs: Student/Family Orientation
- Thursday, June 11, 2026
- Los Angeles Programs: Student/Family Orientation
- June 15 – July 24, 2026
- Summer Program: Monday-Friday
- June 21 - July 2, 2026
- 2 Week Residential Program
- Friday, July 24, 2026
- Summer Program 2026 Closing Ceremony
- July 27 - July 31, 2026
- Summer Retreat