“As a mother and a nurse, I know firsthand how powerful education can be as a vehicle for social mobility. Access Academies fosters the belief that any student can thrive in the right environment and with the right support. Access helps them to succeed.”
Kim Valenzuela, mother of Access collegians Remy (‘28) and Giovanni (‘28).
The program gave me skills that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. Like managing my time, and being responsible for my work. Access does a good job of making kids learn responsibility early.
Kyra Harris (Avila University '19, Rosati-Kain '15, MHT '11)Registered Nurse, Critical Care TeamDePaul Hospital
It still amazes me that I’ve had somebody in my corner since the 6th grade. Access has followed me until I graduated from college.
Jasia Dickerson, BS in Biomedical Engineering (University of Miami '19, Villa Duchesne '15, Central Catholic '11)Research & Development TechnicianJohnson & Johnson
