Tommy Statkiewicz
Legal Services Team, Program Participant, Staff
"I just remember the physical weight coming off of my shoulders"
Promising Practices Roundtable
Immigrants Rising’s Promising Practices Roundtable is a monthly virtual space for California educators to gain cross-institutional learnings and build solutions together.
The Promising Practices Roundtable is a monthly virtual meeting that provides California educators with various new strategies and helpful resources to better guide undocumented students through higher education. Participants will hear directly from colleagues dedicated to developing collective solutions for access, retention, and success of undocumented students.
Educators and staff from key departments supporting undocumented students in California colleges, universities, high schools, adult schools, and community-based organizations are invited to join us!
For Fall 2025, the Roundtables will take place every third Thursday of the month, 9:30 to 11 a.m. PT from September to November. Click here to sign up for Fall 2025 sessions.
Fall 2025 Sessions
(9/18) Shared Responsibility: Institutions, Educators, and the Support of Undocumented Students
Date & Time: Thursday, September 18, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. PT
This workshop focuses on understanding the role that institutions play in the collective and shared responsibility of supporting undocumented students. Learn actionable practices around mobilizing task forces, building strong ally networks, supporting undocumented support personnel, and more. View recording and additional materials.
(10/16) Navigating Career Pathways for Undocumented Students
Date & Time: Thursday, October 16, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. PT
Deciding on a career path can be a confusing and isolating experience for students. Undocumented students face the uncertainty of not knowing which major(s) to choose that best align with their career interests or if they may offer possible employment sponsorships in the future. Get practical tools to help students decide which majors best align with their goals and immigration journey. View recording and additional materials.
(11/20) Turning College Dreams into Funded Realities Through CADAA
Date & Time: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 9:30-11 a.m. PT
The current political climate has made undocumented students and families fearful of pursuing available financial aid opportunities. Join this session to gain knowledge and tools to expertly support applicants through the CA Dream Act Application (CADAA) process. Hear from other educators how they are ensuring access to financial aid and resources that all students deserve. View recording and additional materials.
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Catch Up on Previous Sessions
See materials, recordings, and panelists’ information from past sessions through our Promising Practices Roundtable Toolkit.
