Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB-1079 Students

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1 Click to edit Master title style Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB-1079 Students Presenters: Marcela C. Pattinson,, M.S. Bilingual Multicultural Financial Aid Counselor, WSU Pullman Coordinator for the Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Sonia G. Morales Osegueda, Ph.D. Diversity Specialist & Faculty Agriculture/Youth Development 4-H WSU Extension King County

2 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Agenda 1 Understanding Understanding the the Undocumented Student Barriers House Bill How Do Students Apply? Washington State t Education Access Coalition Train the Trainer Assisting HB1079 Students

3 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students FACTS FACTS Almost 2 million undocumented children in school ( d/young lives on hold summary cb.pdf) on summary 65,000 undocumented students graduate from high schools throughout h t the US U.S. (Gonzales, 2008) * 37,000 are Latinos (Drachman, 2006) *Only 5% attend college (Frum, 2007) 34,000 42,500, The estimated number of undocumented individuals under the ageof18 living in Washington state. (Nerini, 2008)

4 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students VIDEO Funded by College Spark Foundation

5 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students HB 1079 STUDENT BARRIERS 1. Financial limitations 2. Lack of support before high school graduation 3. Parental Opposition 4. Psychological 5. Lack of support after high school graduation Funded by College Spark Foundation

6 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Barrier #1: Financial a Limitations Difficulty borrowing money Non financial aid opportunities Limited employment opportunities Limited scholarships Family s financial priorities Non-tuition expenses Funded by College Spark Foundation

7 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Overcoming Barrier #1: Financial Insufficiency Scholarship Junkies LEAP (Latino/a Educational Achievement Project) Financial Aid Office Washington Dream Act Coalition Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB1079 Students Others (LULAC, Hispanic National Organizations) Funded by College Spark Foundation

8 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Barrier #2: Lack of support before high h school graduation Over-worked counselors and advisors Lack of training and resources Few professional recruiters from colleges and universities Lack of mentors and parent role models Funded by College Spark Foundation

9 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Overcoming Barrier #2: Lack of support before high school graduation Seattle Education Access CAN (College Access Now) Gear-UP (Gain Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) Proyecto Saber LSU (Latinos Standup! Movement) El Centro de la Raza College Readiness Program MAP Bridges Project UW DREAM Project Funded by College Spark Foundation

10 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Fear of deportation Barrier #3: Parental Opposition The goal may be limited to high school graduation Poverty Fear of the unknown Differing school norms Language barriers Funded by College Spark Foundation

11 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Overcoming Barrier #3: Parental Opposition Padres Promotores de Campaña Quetzal College welcome programs El Centro de la Raza Alive Bilingue: La Bienvenida Bilingual Visitations (In some colleges) WSU Connectandote webpage Parents education (MALDEF) Funded by College Spark Foundation

12 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Painful memories Hiding their real self Hopelessness Feeling different Consejo Barrier #4: Psychological Overcoming Barrier #4: Psychological Counseling Centers at any institution Family and community support Funded by College Spark Foundation

13 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Barrier #5: Lack of support after high school graduation Unqualified to participate in programs Unique situations Unclear of which employees are sympathetic to their situation Overcoming Barrier #5: Lack of support after high school graduation University and college offices for minority students and diversity Admissions Student Groups Funded by College Spark Foundation

14 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students t Goals: Gather best practices for HB1079 through student focus groups, Train the Trainers, Administrative i ti and Student surveys. Findings will be put in print and digital communication pieces for wide dissemination. Handbook

15 Train the Trainer Terms around immigration Immigration Experiential The purpose of this exercise is to help get in touch with their conceptions about the undocumented and to step into their shoes. Situational Role Play Groups assigned potential dilemmas scenarios in which they were encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings about what action they would pursue within each scenario i th i ll b d th i t in their small groups based on their story. Advocate Activity What I Want an Advocate to Be Survey Pre & Post

16 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students What, Why, How and Who? What? Engage institutions and individuals interested in providing services for HB-1079 students. Why? Demographic research shows that undocumented students will continue growing in WA. How? By providing the best practice on how to serve HB-1079 and spreading awareness through out the state. Who? School districts Community organizations Parents Higher education institutions.

17 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Click to edit Master title style What is the Coalition and how did it come about? Coalition s Partners: College Spark Staff and faculty from Washington State University (WSU) Central Washington University (CWU) Eastern Washington University (EWU) University of Washington (UW) and The Latino Education Achievement Project (LEAP) Pasco School District South Seattle Community College (SSCC) Columbia Basin College (CBC) Western Washington University (WWU)

18 Washington State Educational Access Coalition How do students apply? Print out a copy of the HB 1079 Affidavit Submit the affidavit with their admissions application Once the student is identified as in state tuition eligible, the affidavit is stored or destroyed

19 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Assisting HB 1079 Students t Recommendations: Build trust with students you suspect are undocumented before approaching the situation Allow the student to express their opinions and frustrations without placing personal judgment Encourage students to visit your office as often as possible Connect the student(s) with support networks (e.g. churches, organizations, and advocates for their cause) Offer support by providing resources in career counseling and college counseling

20 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Assisting HB 1079 Students Recommendations Contact college representatives to advocate for as much financial assistance that is possible Encourage student to stay in school to maintain eligibility for Washington State t Educational laccess Coalition In-state for tuition HB 1079 benefits Students and the DREAM Act Assisting HB 1079 Students Explain that t a U.S. education is worth a lot of weight in other countries, which may open opportunities in their native country Explain the requirements for federal financial aid and student loans Founded by College Spark Foundation

21 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students Resources & Scholarships Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund Gineseo Migrant Center Farm worker scholarships: High school seniors and currently enrolled college students who are farm workers or who belong to a farm worker family are eligible. htm Washington Apple Education Foundation: This is for students who have a direct relationship with apple growers in the state either because they or their parents have worked for them. Seattle Foundation: Que Llueva Café Scholarship: CORE proudly sponsors this scholarship to help undocumented student continue their academic path.

22 Washington State Educational Access Coalition for HB 1079 Students General Resources National Immigration Law Center: Dream Act Portal: Asian Pacific American Legal Center: Justice for Immigrants: Coalition for Higher Education Immigrant Students: The College Board collegeboard com/guidance/financialhttp://professionals.collegeboard.com/guidance/financialaid/undocumented-students

23 Questions? On this side of the ocean, education is more than a great distraction; it's a passport. Deborah Mathis, BlackAmericaWeb.com Marcela C. Pattinson, M. Ed. Bilingual Multicultural Financial Aid Counselor, WSU Coordinator for the WA Access Coalition for HB1079 Students Marcela.pattinson@wsu.edu Sonia G. Morales Osegueda, Ph.D. Diversity Specialist & Faculty Agriculture/Youth Development 4-H WSU Extension King County sgmorales@wsu.edu Founded by College Spark Foundation