Communication Principles for Supporting Undocumented Students and Mixed Status Families

This resource is designed to help higher education practitioners refine their language and communication strategies when speaking to undocumented students and mixed status families about their college and financial aid options.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Building Pathways to AB 540

Learn opportunities available for different educational institutions to build pathways for individuals who do not yet meet the eligibility for AB 540.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Solutions for Noncredit Programs: Roadmap from Noncredit to Credit Programs

Learn what opportunities noncredit programs can provide, especially for older undocumented students who want to continue their education.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Solutions for Adult Schools: SB 554

Get an overview of California SB 554, resources developed by specific campuses, and a list of schools that have implemented SB 554.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Solutions for California Community Colleges: Education Code 76140

Get an overview of California EC 76140, including eligibility requirements, implementation process, promising practices, and case studies.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Getting Started: Preparing for the Passage of EC 76140

This section gives step-by-step guidance on advocating for the passage of EC 76140 on your campus.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Preparing for the Passage of EC 76140: Implementation of Team Roles & Responsibilities

This section outlines the specific roles and responsibilities of a team seeking to implement Education Code 76140 (EC 76140) on their campus.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Implementing EC 76140 After Receiving Board Approval

This section provides the recommended steps to effectively implement Education Code 76140 (EC 76140) after receiving approval from the Board of Trustees.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Promising Practices: Additional Considerations for Successful Implementation of EC 76140

This section provides promising practices for school districts to ensure a successful implementation of EC 76140.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Case Studies of Implementing EC 76140: Promising Practices from Hartnell College & San Mateo County Community College District

Learn notable strategies from college districts in winning BOT approval and making education more accessible for students after implementation.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Paso 2: Lista de verificación para Cal Grants

Solicitar el Dream Act de CA como estudiante de último año de secundaria o estudiante de transferencia es la única oportunidad que tienen los AB 540 y los estudiantes indocumentados para recibir la Cal Grant. Esta lista de verificación ayuda a los estudiantes a identificar los pasos necesarios para solicitar la beca Cal Grant.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Paso 1: Lista de verificación para la solicitud CA Dream Act

Complete esta lista de verificación para asegurarse de haber completado todos los pasos necesarios para ser considerado para toda la ayuda financiera estatal, incluida la beca Cal Grant y la beca de Clase Media.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

AB 1540: Integrating AB 540 Affidavit & CA Dream Act Application

This resource is intended to guide educators and practitioners in ensuring that colleges and universities are successfully receiving and processing the AB 540 affidavits.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Step 1: CA Dream Act Application Checklist

Complete this checklist to ensure that you've completed all necessary steps for the CA Dream Act Application.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Step 2: Cal Grant Checklist

This checklist helps students identify the necessary steps to apply for the Cal Grant.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet