Class of 2025

Betsy Marquez

Betsy graduated from Innovation Heights Academy and our Youth Advocacy program and plans to continue her education at Highline Community College.
Chance Stovall

Chance’s generosity and energy made a big impact. As a super-volunteer in our Burndale programs, he was always willing to lend a hand and lift others up.

After graduating from Auburn Mountain View High School, he’s continuing his growth at Green River College.
Daniel Godinez Amigon

During his time in our Youth Advocacy program, Daniel was accepted into the Youth Maritime Career Launch Summer Cohort with the Port of Seattle.

Now a graduate of Innovation Heights Academy, he is pursuing a career in maritime.
Evangeline “Lingi” Taupau

Evangeline graduated from Innovation Heights Academy and plans to attend Highline Community College.

“YA program has helped me through my journey in school and I am more than appreciative.”
George Anthony Antoine

While working with us, George earned his GED from South Seattle College and also completed his Home Care Aid certification through the state of Washington.

He’s continuing at South Seattle College, majoring in business and music.

“I really appreciate all the help Angel and the program has given me from help with gift cards for food and gas to my career explorations.”
Gerardo Osorio Orozco

While still in high school, Gerardo worked full-time at Taco Bell, balancing school and responsibilities with determination.

Now a graduate of Mount Rainier High School, he’s continuing at South Seattle College and planning for a future career as a flight attendant.
Jennifer Cervantes

Jennifer graduated from Innovation Heights Academy, where she balanced school and career preparation with determination. During her time with us, she earned her CNA license, a major step toward her future in healthcare.

She’s now headed to Seattle Pacific University to pursue a nursing degree.
Julian Garcia Contreras

Julian graduated from Hazen High School and is pursuing his dream of becoming an entrepreneur, eager to build something meaningful and shape his future on his own terms.
Nasteha Mohamed

Since 2020, Nasteha has been a familiar face in the Youth Engagement Program at Seola Gardens. Her dedication to learning and her community shone through her work with the YWCA and her participation in the Your Money Matters cohort.

After graduating from Summit High School, she is continuing her education with the goal of becoming a teacher for young children.
Perla Godinez Arias

Perla graduated from Innovation Heights Academy while preparing to welcome her first child.

Now graduated from Innocation Heights Academy, she is exploring her next steps as she enters this new stage of life.