In this workshop participants will learn the advantages of attending community college and the three secrets to transfer within two years.

1) What not to do when applying to a community college

2) Where to find the key tools that will help them transfer in two years

3) How to save time and money before transferring to a four-year college

Presented by: Martha Castillo

Martha Castillo is an Educational Consultant and owner at Seeds of Grit Educational Services. Her mission is to equip students and leaders with the tools necessary to close the equity gap in education. Prior to launching her consulting business, Martha served as a public school special education teacher for three-years in one of the most underserved areas in the nation, The Bronx New York and later moved back to her native Los Angeles to work at a local non-profit as a College Readiness Counselor, helping foster youth make a successful transition from high school to college. Martha earned her bachelor’s degree in public administration from the University of La Verne and her M.S. E.d in education from The City College of New York. As a first-generation college student, diagnosed with a learning disability while attending community college, she is familiar with the challenges first-generation students face when transitioning to college. Martha has dedicated her career to helping underserved students receive the guidance and resources necessary to successfully achieve their educational goals. By continuously building relationships with fellow educators and members of the community she strives to provide the best tools and practices available to help students and leaders thrive.