Academic Services at InnerCity Struggle

Let's activate Eastside Voters! Join us this Saturday at InnerCity Struggle from 9am-2pm! Food and Childcare provided! #eastside #vota #weareca #yvoteca #boyleheights #elsereno #lincolnheights #eastlos #election2016 #gotv #takebackthevote

We are Hiring! Position: Youth Civic Engagement Organizer ICS is seeking an energetic, experienced organizer to work with young adult community members in Los Angeles' Eastside through our Civic Engagement component in the role of Youth Civic Engagement Organizer. The Youth Civic Engagement Organizer will work with the Young Voter Empowerment Project (YVEP). YVEP aims to organize young voters ages 18-35 on issues that impact their quality of life. The aim of the project is to build an educated and informed electorate of young voters that can positively influence election outcomes that best represent their community's interest. http://www.idealist.org/view/job/tbBXWm3H2PFP

We are hiring a United Students Site Organizer! JOB DESCRIPTION: The US Site Organizer would be responsible for effectively operating the United Students club at (1) Eastside high school, which requires advanced organizing skills to facilitate school-change campaigns. We are looking for someone with previous experience in developing popular education curriculum for youth, facilitating and coordinating youth leadership training and a track record of effective base-building. TO... APPLY email cover letter and resume to: Irene Rocha, Youth Organizing Director at [email protected] by August 1st, 2016. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.idealist.org//di/share/jr/view/job/3cT8sNC5KNH4

On March 16th, over 60 ICS student and parent leaders met with Superintendent King at our headquarters in East LA! Click below to learn about her commitment to Eastside students!

Current Seniors!!! There is an amazing opportunity Davis Putter Scholarship Fund that we know you would all qualify for. This scholarship is for students organizing for social change, building progressive movements on campus and in the community for social justice issues (Just like you all have been!!). 25-30 Grants are awarded each year and the maximum grant awarded is for $10,000.00. This grant is for one year, however students are able to re-apply for the following years.... We strongly encourage you all to apply to this amazing opportunity!! SEE BELOW FOR DEADLINE INFORMATION & FOLLOW LINK TO APPLY: Deadline: April 1, 2016 **Requires a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, transcripts, a photograph, and financial aid reports, so don't wait too long to start! http://www.davisputter.org/apply/

Current Seniors!!! We here at InnerCity Struggle all know that books in college can be expensive. Here we have an opportunity to help you out with those future costs via the Buy a Book Scholarship by the D.M.H. Foundation. Award recipients will receive $500-$1000 dollars to help them with their cost of books. ... SEE BELOW FOR DEADLINE INFORMATION & FOLLOW LINK TO APPLY: Deadline: March 18, 2016 http://www.dmhfoundation.org/applicants/

Current Juniors!!! There is an unbelievable opportunity with Questbridge College prep for all current High School Juniors, regardless of citizenship. Award recipients will receive 1) specialized guidance on applying to college, 2) essay coaching, 3) full scholarships to college summer programs at Stanford, Yale, and other colleges, 4) all-expense-paid campus visits to their colleges, and so much more. ... This scholarship takes into account: academic achievement, financial qualifications, personal circumstances, level of parents' education, and extracurricular achievements, along with several other factors. SEE BELOW FOR DEADLINE INFORMATION & FOLLOW LINK TO APPLY: Deadline: March 23, 2016 http://www.questbridge.org/for-students/cps-who-should-apply

Current Seniors!!! There is an amazing opportunity with the National Institute for Health in their Undergraduate Scholarship Program for those interested in pursuing a career in science and health-related research. Will pay up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition, educational expenses, and reasonable living expenses to scholarship recipients. This scholarship is awarded for 1 year and can be renewed for up to 4 years.... SEE BELOW FOR DEADLINE INFORMATION & FOLLOW LINK TO APPLY: **Application Deadline: March 14, 2016 ***Letter of Recommendation Deadline: March 28, 2016 https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/ugsp

Thanks to YOU! we have currently raised over 4,400 dollars for our Bay Area College Tour! Only $2,000 away from our goal! Here is a little Thank you from United Students! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uX2gjFYo6_4&feature=youtu.be

Another great scholarship opportunity for all you Seniors!! http://cfverdugos.org/scholarships/

Great scholarship opportunity for all of you Seniors!! http://www.embracetutoring.com/college-essay-contest/

#TBT of United Students on a Mission District walking tour with local organizers before visiting the University of San Francisco last year! In Just 24 hours, we... have already raised over $700 dollars! Help us keep the momentum going by continuing to share and contribute by following the link: https://www.gofundme.com/bact2016 Academic Services at InnerCity Struggle

HELP US GET TO THE BAY THIS YEAR BY DONATING AND SHARING! For many of the youth leaders we work with, our annual Bay Area 'College Tour’ provides an opportunity for them to be exposed to institutions of higher education regardless of their socio-economic background. For more info, please follow the link below. "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today"- Malcolm X... *If you are a former United Students Leader and have attended past college tours, please share your story with us and on Social Media* Please contact Daniela, [email protected] or Laura, [email protected]* ADELANTE!