Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc.

⚽🎉 We are excited to share that Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs will be honored at the Connecticut United Soccer game next Thursday, June 18th at 7:00 PM!

This recognition reflects the collective impact of our students, families, volunteers, staff, partners, and supporters who have helped us empower, encourage, and equip young people across Connecticut.

We would love to celebrate this special moment with our Higher Heights family and community. If you are able, please join us!

📍 Reese Stadium (next to the Yale Bowl)
75 Central Avenue
New Haven, CT

🅿️ Free parking available

Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us change lives through education. We hope to see you there!

🎓 Rising Seniors, Your College Journey Starts Here!

Ready to get ahead before senior year begins? Join Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. for our Summer College Application Bootcamp, designed to help Connecticut high school seniors prepare for a successful college application season.

📅 August 14 & August 17–21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Albertus Magnus College – Aquinas Hall

During this 6-day experience, students will:

✅ Create a college list
✅ Begin and complete college applications
✅ Write and strengthen their personal essay
✅ Learn about scholarships and financial aid
✅ Receive one-on-one support from experienced college advisors
✅ Build confidence for senior year and beyond

🎯 For Rising Connecticut High School Seniors (Class of 2027)

Space is limited, so don’t wait!

📣 Invest in your future. Start your senior year with a plan and the support you need to succeed.

🔗 Register today: LINK IN BIO

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🎓 Rising Seniors, Your College Journey Starts Here!

Ready to get ahead before senior year begins? Join Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. for our Summer College Application Bootcamp, designed to help Connecticut high school seniors prepare for a successful college application season.

📅 August 14 & August 17–21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Albertus Magnus College – Aquinas Hall

During this 6-day experience, students will:

✅ Create a college list
✅ Begin and complete college applications
✅ Write and strengthen their personal essay
✅ Learn about scholarships and financial aid
✅ Receive one-on-one support from experienced college advisors
✅ Build confidence for senior year and beyond

🎯 For Rising Connecticut High School Seniors (Class of 2027)

Space is limited, so don’t wait!

📣 Invest in your future. Start your senior year with a plan and the support you need to succeed.

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/CTCAP2027

So proud to see one of our amazing alumni, K’la Lawson, continuing to elevate and inspire others! 💫

K’la now has her own Pilates studio at NXTVN, and I recently had the opportunity to take one of her classes — absolutely loved it. The atmosphere was welcoming, the instruction was excellent, and it is definitely beginner friendly for anyone looking to start their wellness journey.

Watching our students grow into entrepreneurs and community leaders is exactly what is all about. 👏🏾

If you’re looking for a mindful movement experience, check her out:

Mindful Movement with K’la Lawson

Congratulations, K’la! We’re proud of you! 💛🖤 .muse

🎉 Another incredible Higher Heights success story!

Please join us in congratulating Ayden Lindsay on being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Freddy Fixer Book Scholarship! 📚👏🏾

Ayden’s dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence continue to shine bright, and we are extremely proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement. Scholarships like these are not just financial support — they are investments in the future leaders of our communities.

We are excited to see Ayden continue his journey at Central Connecticut State University as a member of the Class of 2030! 🎓💙

Keep striving, keep leading, and keep reaching Higher Heights!

🎉 Congratulations Tea’Ella- one of our outstanding Higher Heights students on receiving the prestigious Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (Stamford Alumni Chapter) Scholarship!

We are incredibly proud of your hard work, leadership, dedication, and commitment to your future. This recognition is a testament to the countless hours you have invested in your education and personal growth.

At Higher Heights, moments like this remind us why we do this work every single day — empowering students to pursue their dreams, break barriers, and achieve excellence.

Thank you to the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for continuing to invest in the next generation of leaders and scholars.

Please help us celebrate this amazing accomplishment! 👏🏾🎓✨

🎓✍🏾 READY TO STAND OUT IN THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS?

The Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. Summer College Application Bootcamp is back for the Class of 2027!

One of the biggest reasons students LOVE this program?
✅ We help students develop STRONG college essays that help them tell their story with confidence.

Our team provides hands-on support with:
📚 College applications
📝 Essay writing & feedback
💰 Financial aid guidance
🎯 Mentorship & college planning
🎓 Admission to Saturday College Access Programs

📍 Albertus Magnus College – New Haven, CT
🗓 Students MUST attend ALL 6 days:
• Friday, August 14
• Monday, August 17
• Tuesday, August 18
• Wednesday, August 19
• Thursday, August 20
• Friday, August 21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM daily

🚨 Limited space available!

🔗 Register today:
https://bit.ly/CTCAP2027

📚🎓 COLLEGE PLANNING WORKSHOPS ARE HERE! 🎓📚

Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. is proud to partner with Dixwell Avenue Congregational UCC to support students and families as they prepare for life after high school!

Whether you’re just starting the college search process or trying to figure out how to pay for college, these FREE workshops are designed to help families feel informed, prepared, and empowered.

✨ Workshop Topics Include:
✔️ Preparing for College
✔️ Understanding the College Process
✔️ Affording College & Financial Aid
✔️ FAFSA Guidance
✔️ Planning for Success After High School

📅 Sessions:
🗓 Session 1 — Thursday, May 21
“Preparing for College ~ Getting Ready for College”

🗓 Session 2 — Thursday, June 11
“Affording College”

🗓 Session 3 — Thursday, June 25
“Preparing for and Affording College”

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Dixwell Avenue Congregational UCC
217 Dixwell Ave., New Haven, CT

🍽 Light refreshments will be served!

Families, students, and community members are encouraged to attend. Let’s work together to help our youth reach higher heights! 💙

Congratulations to our very own Timilia and Avery for being the 2026 recipients of the Freddy Fixer scholarship. We are so very proud of both of you. Congratulations and continue to achieve higher heights!

🎉 BIG NEWS FROM COMMON GROUND HIGH SCHOOL’S CLASS OF 2026! 🎉

Together, the graduating seniors have earned an incredible $804,784 in scholarships and awards to support their futures! 💰🎓

At Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc., we are proud to have supported these students and their families throughout the college, career, and postsecondary planning process through:

✅ College & career advising
✅ Scholarship and FAFSA support
✅ Essay and application assistance
✅ Decision Day celebrations
✅ Family engagement and encouragement
✅ Exploring ALL pathways to success

This year’s seniors are headed toward:
🎓 4-year colleges and universities
📘 Community colleges
✈️ Career pathways
🔧 Trade programs
💈 Barbering careers
🍳 Culinary arts
🪖 Military service
…and so much more!

Every scholarship earned represents hard work, resilience, opportunity, and a community that believes in our young people.

To the Class of 2026:
Your future is bright. Your journey matters. And this is only the beginning. 💙