Resource Guides: Resources for Students Formerly Involved in the Justice System: Education

Edmonds College Resources

Next Steps Re-Entry Program
Provides innovative, transformative support for individuals and their families who have been involved in the criminal justice system, as they prepare for education and re-entering the workforce. Contact the Next Steps program at 425.218.5068

Breaking Free Student Club
Student club based on peer-support and community advocacy/action.
Contact: April Roberts, EC Re-Entry Navigator
april.roberts@edmonds.edu

Edmonds College Academic Programs
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Edmonds College Student Support Services
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Scholarship Opportunities

The Prison Scholar Fund
Helps incarcerated individuals get access to the education they need to transform their lives.
Edmonds College Foundation Scholarships for Students
The Foundation awards over 200 scholarships to Edmonds College students once each year for tuition, books and fees for the next school year.
Post Prison Education Program at North Seattle College
"The mission of the Post Prison Education Program is to provide educational opportunities to prisoners and returnees in Washington State. Through our 'Bridge to College' Program we work with people who have recently been released from prison, helping them transition successfully to college and the work force."

Enrolling in College - Resources

Is College For Me?
The Center for Urban Pedagogy (CUP) in collaboration with the Prisoner Reentry Institute and designer Miles Barretto created Is College For Me?, "a pocket-sized foldout that demystifies and breaks down the process of enrolling in college."

Professional Development Opportunities

Inside Out Reentry Toastmasters Club
Located in Federal Way, WA. Email David Heppart at david@freedomp1.sg-host.com