Road to College

Road to College Program

Engagement & Culture

The Road to College Program is an educational engagement program for parents and students. This program instills the value of education while developing positive school-to-parent relationships and creating a college-going culture for 5th to 12th-grade students and their families. The curriculum is comprised of monthly or weekly educational sessions that include: Creating High Expectations at Home, Understanding the Role of Parents in Education, Participating in School and Community Activities, College Life and Financial Aid 101, and Taking Advantage of College Access Resources. In addition, The Road to College Program is offered to students during the summer. The summer curriculum is six weeks consisting of four different segments: Academic Enrichment, Supportive Guidance, Nutrition, and Fitness. Current data shows that when parents are involved and have access to information about college from the time their students enter elementary school, their students are more likely to graduate from high school and enter college. On the contrary, if we fail them, only one in five will graduate from High School on time.

Engaging Communities Through Culture

Goal: To effectively engage families in this very important conversation, Café Con Leche utilizes an inclusive, innovative approach that builds rapport, understands family norms and is culturally relevant today. Family Engagement is a process of informing, educating, and strengthening the community, relationships and trust with families. We utilize authentic engagement strategies; establishing advocates for people, neighborhoods, and issues. With our focus on Family Engagement; we will ensure education is top-of-mind and a key conversation at the dinner table.

Creating a College-Going Culture

Assessment: The University of Texas System Institute for Public School Initiatives (IPSI), through the College Access and Evaluation Divisions, produced a report on the Café Con Leche – College Access Outreach and Scholarship Program. IPSI assessed the success of the program with 800 parents from 18 regions throughout Texas.

After attending Café Con Leche sessions…

Results:

98% Percent of Parents Who Said The Café Program Helped Them Understand The Importance of College And The Steps To Take To Obtain A College Education.
99% Percent of Parents Who Said The Café Con Leche Program Helped Their Child.
95% Percent of Parents That Agree That Schools Should Provide Other Parent And Student Oriented Programs Like Café Con Leche And Road To College.
75% Percent Of Parents Who Said Their Student Is Taking Advanced Courses As A Result Of Participation In Road To College.
100% Percent of parents who said they want their child to continue visits from a Road to College mentor.

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Testimonials

"Wonderful program! Cafe Con Leche 'The Road to College,' promotes higher education at the middle school level. As a 6th grader it encourages to be in AP classes, have a good GPA, and com plete a job interview. My son entered the program 6 weeks ago after completing the entry requirements and graduated with 20 other students earlier this week. He will now have a mentor through all the years to continue growing him as an academic and a leader. He's still my Nerdo but has a confidence that is very pleasant if you're in the Wichita Falls area look up this program."

"We just finished our 6 week class and it was an amazing venture. I learned so much about the process of college and how to get an early start to my children's future. We may only be in 5th grade as of now, but 12th is right around the corner. Thank you so much."

As an educator, I have witnessed the amazing growth and success of many students who take part in the Road to College program. Gonzalo and Stephanie are tireless in their efforts to promote and encourage post-secondary education in our community. I am so thankful for Cafe Con Leche and all this organization does to make Wichita Falls a better place to live!!

This program is incredible in so many ways! It has helped my daughter grow in her aspirations for college and value for a secondary education. She has been getting help and experience from the program since 6th grade and she is now number 9 in her senior class. Gonzalo cares for all of his students equally and is wiling to help out a family in need so that he can see them achieve their goals. thank you Road To College and Cafe Con Leche.

This program is amazing in being communicative and welcoming! Since the first day I volunteered as a mentor, I felt truly inspired to continue my path to success. Once I officially became apart of the program, I truly felt like this has gradually become a second family to me. I recommend this program to anyone who may feel like they are lost or want to better the community together as a family. I couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity than this.

I have to say it’s a great organization. Mr. Robles and the mentors ensure that the students strive to be the Best that they can be. I will be forever grateful for this program. If you want your child to reach for the stars , Always remember it takes a village and with Cafe con Leche the sky is endless!