Did you know many of our students spend 7 to 12 years with us at Next Generation Scholars? Some begin as early as first grade. Over that time, we pour more than 1,600 hours into each Scholar’s growth; not just academically, but also in their personal growth and leadership development, too. That’s why graduation is so … Read More
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Highlights from our Inaugural Gala Light
This past Sunday, we hosted our inaugural Gala Light at Next Generation Scholars, and we had a blast introducing our guests to our Scholars and our alumni, all of whom are illuminating and elevating their paths ahead thanks to your unwavering belief in our mission. If you missed it, click on the video above to … Read More
May 25: You’re Invited to the NGS Graduation Event!
It’s that time of the year again, a season that signifies the heart of our mission: it’s graduation season! Join us on May 25th from 2-5pm at The Scholar House, where we will be hosting a graduation event to honor all of our students who are leveling up to another academic year; and most especially, … Read More
Meet Elisa: A Leader in the Making
Elisa Vigil Rodriguez is not just a high-achieving student, she’s a force of nature. A longtime member of Next Generation Scholars (NGS), Elisa has consistently demonstrated resilience, resourcefulness, and a deep commitment to her community. From securing a full-ride scholarship to The Branson School, to successfully advocating for funding for an educational trip to Spain, … Read More
At Gala Light, Come As You Are. You Belong.
As Next Generation Scholars prepares to host our first ever gala, I can’t help but bask in the glow of our growth over the last 21 years. From an idea born on a dinner table in 2004 to achieving 100% four-year college acceptance rates for our entire Academy Class of 2024, I am so proud … Read More
Introducing our Gala Light Keynote Speaker
We welcome Vincent Alvarez, NGS Class of 2009, back to Next Generation Scholars as our keynote speaker for our upcoming Gala Light on April 27th! Vincent’s journey embodies the NGS success story: defying the odds as the first in his family to attend a four-year university, forever transforming his future. Vincent, the youngest of five … Read More
Illuminating & Elevating our Scholars and their Families
We are thrilled to host our first ever Gala on April 27th. Entitled “Gala Light”, this special event will demonstrate our commitment to Illuminate & Elevate our Next Generation Scholars (NGS) community. At the event, we invite you to learn more about the impact our work makes, especially with our Family Services Program. Because here … Read More
Gala Light: Illuminating the Radiance of Our Community
For our inaugural gala on April 27th, 2025, we aim to celebrate the radiance of our NGS community. Inspired by our commitment to centering our Scholars’ stories, this evening will be a tribute to their hopes, achievements, and bright futures. “Gala Light” is about shining a spotlight on our Scholars and their families, honoring the … Read More
Don’t Miss Our Upcoming Events!
If you’re a current college student or recent college grad, our next Career Conversations online webinar on February 27th is made just for you. Get prepared for life beyond the classroom by learning from and getting inspiration from our panelists: Angel Ku (NGS ’08), Scientific Lead and Manager, Siemens Healthineers Nikita Jagadeesh (NGS ’07), Product Management, Google … Read More
Save the Date for our First Ever Gala – April 27, 2025
We cordially invite you to our upcoming “Gala Light” event this coming Spring. We’ll be spotlighting our programs and bringing to the light the impact of our students and families. This fundraiser is our first ever Gala event, so we hope you can join us for this special occasion to celebrate the radiance of the … Read More