About Escalera

The Escalera program is designed as a postsecondary access program, incorporating a culturally affirming curriculum and advising for mid-level achieving students. Escalera uses culturally responsive materials and learning strategies to develop the following core competencies: education, career, leadership, and foundational skills. The Escalera curriculum builds skills and understanding in each of these areas through a series of 45-90-minute lessons with approximately six core modules delivered over the academic year. In addition, thirty-six supplemental modules are available for implementation.

Our Story

Impact

+250

Students impacted

76

Small businesses created

7

Teachers trained

5

Regions impacted

How it works

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a scholarship

We provide training and resources to participating schools

Students create small businesses 

Partner schools