The program is comprised of three components: writing instruction, counseling and mentoring.
Counseling
- Puente students take Counseling 110, a 3 unit UC transferable College Success class in the fall and attend required Transfer workshops in the spring
- Puente students work with the Puente counselor until they graduate from Palomar College.
- In addition to developing a comprehensive educational plan, students will also explore and identify a career pathway, network with professionals in the community and develop short term and long-term life goals.
- Students visit UC and CSU campuses and attend an annual Puente Motivational Conference.
English Instruction
- Puente students take two consecutive writing classes with the same Puente English Instructor: ENGL C1000E Fall semester and ENGL C1001 spring semester
- These classes provide a supportive environment for Puente students to build confidence in their writing skills. The content of both courses focuses on Latino/a/x authors and issues.
Mentoring
- Each Puente student is matched with a mentor who is a businessperson or professional in the local community.
- Mentors share their knowledge and experience with students.
- Our Puente mentors provides many resources for the Puente students, their families, their colleges, and the community.
