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Welcome to Oakland Promise! Congratulations on graduating and achieving a major milestone in your academic journey. We are here with you every step of the way to answer your questions and provide resources to ensure your success.

In our monthly newsletter we provide you with resources, job/internship opportunities, and announcements. Make sure to be on the lookout for our newsletter at the beginning of each month in your inbox to take advantage of ongoing opportunities and to keep track of program requirements as a new OP Scholar!

If you have any questions, email us at advising@oaklandpromise.org.  Also, follow us on Instagram @oaklandpromisescholars for regular updates

Announcements

Mandatory First Year Workshops for 2021 Scholars

All newly awarded 2021 scholars need to RSVP and attend a First Year Workshop. This is a mandatory event for first year scholars. In order to be eligible to receive your scholarship, you must attend. First year workshops will get you familiar with the OP Scholarship expectations and review relevant topics as you transition into college - from navigating college to creating new habits.

The dates and times for the workshops are:

• Wednesday, July 7th | 4 - 5PM
• Thursday, July 8th | 11 - 12PM
• Friday, July 9th | 8 - 9AM
• Saturday, July 17th | 10 - 11AM

You are only required to attend ONE workshop. All workshops will take place on Zoom.

Please email advising@oaklandpromise.org or reach out directly to your advisor if you have any questions or concerns. See you this summer!

Mandatory First Year Workshops for 2021 Scholars

All newly awarded 2021 scholars need to RSVP and attend a First Year Workshop. This is a mandatory event for first year scholars. In order to be eligible to receive your scholarship, you must attend. You will be attending the workshop with your Oakland Promise Mentor. First year workshops will get you familiar with the OP Scholarship expectations and review relevant topics as you transition into college - from navigating college to creating new habits.

The dates and times for the workshops are:

• Monday, June 14th | 5 - 6PM
• Friday, June 25th | 12 - 1PM
• Saturday, June 26th | 10 - 11AM

You are only required to attend ONE workshop. All workshops will take place on Zoom.

Please email advising@oaklandpromise.org or reach out directly to your advisor if you have any questions or concerns. See you this summer!

Mentor-Scholar Activity #6

Reminder to complete the final required Mentor-Scholar activity you received via email on 4/2. In this activity, you and your Mentor will reflect on your experience working together over the past year in the OP Mentor Program.

This activity includes 4 Parts:

• Pre-work (Article ~ 15 min);
• Main Activity (Reflections Discussion ~ 60 min);
• Personal Reflection Project (30 min);
• and Feedback Form (5 min).

The Personal Reflections Activity and Feedback Form are due by June 30th, at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, please email advising@oaklandpromise.org.

Sign up for our Scholar Portal

Remember to sign up for our Oakland Promise Scholar Portal! The portal is a centralized location where you can:

• Change your contact details
• Check scholarship disbursement dates and scholarship requirements
• Submit scholarship documentation and surveys
• Access scholar resources
• And much more! 

2021 Alumni Ceremony

We are looking forward to celebrating our graduating scholars* at our Alumni Ceremony on Wednesday, June 23, 6:00 – 7:00pm! Scholars, Mentors, Families and Community members are coming together to celebrate this amazing moment.

*We welcome all scholars receiving a Bachelor’s degree, Associate's Degree, a CTE Certificate, or transferring from a 2-year to a 4-year college (either this Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2021) to come celebrate your accomplishments with us at our ceremony!

Holidays and Observances