Datayia entered care at age 7. After moving schools 5 times while in care, she came to Guardian Scholars looking for stability and an identity. She immediately joined the Black Identity Group and found a community of people just like her. Now she's at San Diego City College earning her degree on the way to being a small business owner...

Datayia entered care at age 7. After moving schools 5 times while in care, she came to Guardian Scholars looking for stability and an identity. She immediately joined the Black Identity Group and found a community of people just like her. Now she's at San Diego City College earning her degree on the way to being a small business owner...

21-year-old Daniel entered foster care when he was 13. His mother left him and his father, and when his father was imprisoned, he was placed at the A. B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center (PCC). Ultimately, he lived in 6 placements and group homes and attended 4 different schools. Daniel joined Guardian Scholars in 2022 to follow his educational goals and dreams. Read more here:

Guardian Scholar Jamon (21) just wants to bring a little beauty into the world. He suffered from neglect when his grandparents were unable to provide a safe home for him. He joined Guardian Scholars to pursue his goals and dreams, and for him, those passions are in cosmetology. Read more here:

20-year-old Emilio is in their second year with Guardian Scholars. They entered care at age 14 after persistent physical and emotional abuse from their father. They’re currently double majoring in Sociology and Psychology at Southwestern Community College to ultimately transfer to SDSU.

Ruth entered foster care at 9 years old. She and her three sisters were neglected and exposed to substance abuse at home. Like many siblings, she was separated from her sisters. She is now in her first year of studying computer engineering. Ruth is highly motivated to make a positive example of her life.

Vanessa was 8 years old when she and her brother entered foster care. Both experienced physical abuse and emotional neglect. They were separated immediately, only getting the chance to see each other monthly through Camp Connect.