ABOUT US

Overview

Currently serving alumni in high school and college, Equitas Academy Alumni Programs supports the academic success and personal development of alumni to ensure they are prepared to succeed in four-year colleges and universities. We strive to help alumni develop and remain connected to their college-going identities. Through comprehensive alumni supports, Equitas Academy scholars and their families will have the support to overcome systemic challenges toward attaining a college degree, significantly contributing to the educational outcomes of the Pico-Union community and disrupting the status quo.

Upon 8th grade culmination, Equitas Academy’s Alumni Program commits to 10 years of support 

to and through 4-year colleges and universities for every alum.

Philosophy

We believe that 100% of Equitas scholars can graduate from 4-year colleges and universities. We understand that the educational outcomes of our scholars have significant implications beyond their own futures; pursuit of a college degree has the ability to transform both their family and community. When scholars and the Equitas community build mutually beneficial relationships, we create a community of changemakers, contributors, thought-partners, and supporters connected and committed to a larger movement.

Vision

College must be for everyone. At Equitas Academy, our scholars and their families will have the support to overcome systemic challenges toward attaining a bachelor’s degree. Our vision is to provide opportunity for scholars and their families to access and navigate a demanding, high-quality education after Equitas and through college graduation. Through high school selection and preparation and comprehensive alumni supports, we aim to significantly contribute to the educational outcomes of the Pico-Union community. 

History + Future

• 2009 Equitas Academy is founded with kindergarten (Class of 2026) and the 1st grade (Class of 2025)

• 2018 Founding of the Equitas Alumni Programs Department, first alumni gathering

• 2021 First alumni graduate high school, enroll in college

• 2022-23 school year: 500+ alumni in 80+ high schools and colleges, founding alumni in college

• 2025 1100+ alumni in high school and college, founding alumni graduate college