Foster Youth Success Initiative Program

Our Mission

Mission

The Foster Youth Success Initiative (FYSI) at Fullerton College is dedicated to empowering and supporting motivated students who are currently or have previously been in the foster care system. Our mission is to provide the tools, resources, and guidance necessary for these students to thrive as successful learners and achieve their educational goals.

Vision

Fullerton College envisions a supportive community that fosters inquiry, intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and a lifelong appreciation for the transformative power of education.

Goals

  • Access to student services and resources
  • Access to academic support
  • Retention and persistence rates
  • Academic performance
  • Completion of units
  • Completion of certificates and associate degrees
  • Transfer rates to four-year universities