Education Pathways
Education Pathways is a department of Foundation Communities committed to creating pathways to higher education and career advancement. We accomplish this through free programming that offers holistic support to teen, post-secondary, and adult learners. Our programs take place across the two Prosper Centers and onsite at our housing communities.
College Hub
For Youth and Adults
The College Hub assists more than 1,000 students a year with individualized support and community workshops through two neutral one-stop hubs in Austin. The College Hub can offer support with college applications, FAFSA or TASFA submission, verification paperwork, scholarship support, job coaching and planning ahead for college success.
ESL Classes
For Adults
Our English as a Second Language classes, taught at our housing communities, support adults with building English literacy and communication skills. Basic and Intermediate classes are offered at our housing communities and virtually.
Succeed
For current and prospective college students of any age
A supportive program that provides first-gen and adult students with a dedicated coach, matched savings for tuition, emergency funds, and specialized referrals on campus and across the community.
Career Project
For Adults
An initiative that connects adults who are interested in advancing within their career or entering a new line of work with supportive pathways through credentials, college or job training.
Digital Equity
For Youth and Adults
Classes that help residents and community members increase their use of technological devices, access to the Internet, and additional digital skill-building, with the eventual goal of clients upskilling in their careers.
Meet Our Staff
Emmanuel Zapata, Education Pathways Director
Gabriela Caballero, Education Pathways Manager of Partnerships
Gabriela Rodriguez, Senior Program Manager for Adult Education
Jaime Ayala, College and Career Manager
