Date
5-2022
Document Type
Capstone Project (Open Access)
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Department
Health, Human Services and Public Policy
Major
Collaborative Health and Human Services
First Advisor
Sergio Paredas
Abstract
“At-risk” youth are more likely to drop out of school and less likely to pursue higher education than their counterparts, hindering their economic future. This project was implemented at Learning for Life Charter School (LFLCS), an alternative 7th-12th grade school for at-risk youth. The project included conducting various readiness assessments and an education intervention designed to increase seniors’ level of preparedness for life after graduation. Seniors met individually with social work interns to identify a post-graduation plan, formulating short and long term goals. Once students formulated their post-graduation plans, they were guided on the necessary requirements to transition into their chosen post-graduation path under a case-management model. Out of 43 seniors, 19 were active participants in the program and identified post-graduation plans. It is suggested that LFLCS continue this program to serve future LFLCS graduates.
Recommended Citation
Sareñana, Marissa, "Intervention Program to Ease the Transition out of High School" (2022). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 1268.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes_all/1268
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