Escalera

A College & Career Program by Conexión Américas for first-generation students

Escalera: Taking Steps to Success” is a free after school program that promotes economic mobility for immigrant and refugee youth by supporting educational attainment, college planning, and access to information about professional careers. The program is delivered through weekly cohort meetings for any first-generation college student (regardless of background) in 11th and 12th grades at select high schools.

Our team offers:

  • Information in Spanish & English

  • Support with college applications

  • Support with scholarships

  • FAFSA Assistance

  • Individual Case Management

  • Leadership Development

  • College & Career Exploration

  • College Trips & Info Sessions

We are currently implementing the Escalera Program with 11th and 12th-grade first-generation immigrant and refugee students at Antioch, Glencliff, Overton, and Cane Ridge High Schools.

Contact us

Contact our College Success Manager for more information.

reach out today

Our upcoming events

Learn about and register for our upcoming events.

click here
Community Development
04 June 2025
5 days ago
Avanzando Leadership Cohort: Empowering Future Leaders
At Conexión Américas, we are incredibly proud to introduce the Avanzando Leadership Cohort, a transformative...
Read More
News
01 May 2025
1 month ago
¡Impulsa tu negocio en Nashville con Comcast RISE!
Sesión informativa virtual y gratuita el 15 de mayo ¡Comcast RISE para emprendedores! Sesión informativa...
Read More
News
26 March 2025
2 months ago
Panuchos | Stuffed tortillas | Recetas para la Vida
Paula Martinez Mexico Ingredients (For 6 people) 1 lb. refried black beans, 1 lb. of corn tortillas (make...
Read More
News
26 March 2025
2 months ago
La Familia Gomez Mexican Rice | Arroz Mexicano de la Familia Gomez | Recetas para la Vida
Mikey Corona Mexico 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or lard), 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1 tablespoon...
Read More
News
26 March 2025
2 months ago
Empanadas de Carne | Beef Empanadas | Recetas para la Vida
Melyssa Aguirre Peru Filling: Ground beef, Onions, Garlic, Ají Amarillo, Ají panca, Tomatoes, Raisins,...
Read More
News
26 March 2025
2 months ago
Pambazos | Mexican Sandwich | Recetas para la Vida
Mayra Mata Mexico Los pambazos son un delicioso sándwich mexicano relleno con una mezcla de papas y chorizo,...
Read More
News
26 March 2025
2 months ago
Pollo Sudado de la Abuela | Abuela's Steamed Chicken | Recetas para la Vida
Maura Escobar Colombia Ingredients: Chicken drumsticks or thighs, Achiote oil, Chopped onion, Chopped...
Read More

Join our mailing list

Be the first to know about programs, new classes, and special events.  

Subscribe to our Newsletter