NextUp
The purpose of NextUp (formerly CAFYES) is to support eligible students who experienced the foster care system in achieving higher education success, health, and well-being at the community college level. Supportive services include assistance with transportation, food vouchers, book vouchers, educational grants, and school supplies. To qualify, a student must be EOPS eligible and have been a ward of the court at the time of their 16th birthday, or thereafter, and no older than age 25.
NextUp students have access to a computer lab, study space, tutoring assistance, and center to meet with their fellow peers and the NextUp specialist. An academic counselor is on-site several days a week for student convenience. For more information, call 805-922-6966 ext. 3623, or visit the CARE/NextUp Center in bldg. A, Room 203.