Beyond “Fine”

Ednovate empowers first-generation, college-bound students to become agents of positive multigenerational change. Through a demanding four-year college preparatory experience, students are held to high expectations with rigorous learning while supported holistically with a whole-child focus—developing both intellectually and personally through high school, college, and beyond.

Across eight high schools in Los Angeles and greater Orange County, Ednovate students engage in year-long Positive MultiGenerational Change (PMC) projects, tackling real-world issues through career-aligned lenses. These experiences cultivate purpose, passion, and a sense of agency. To further support their development, students use a dynamic, personalized whole child report card that tracks holistic success metrics. This tool enables students to reflect on their strengths, identify areas for growth, and co-create personalized learning plans in collaboration with advisors and families.

Ednovate cultivates a close-knit ecosystem of care, where each student is deeply known, supported, and empowered to thrive in college and beyond. At the heart of this approach is a commitment to connection and community, sustained by a strategic staffing model that delivers consistent, personalized support throughout the entire high school journey. Students join a four-year cohort led by the same dedicated advisor, with staff intentionally committing to four years of service to uphold this model. These cohorts nurture strong relationships—between students and their advisors, and among peers—through twice-daily meetings focused on community building, goal setting, and individualized college and career planning. Advisors also serve as key liaisons with families and fellow educators, ensuring a network of comprehensive support. In this deeply supportive and rigorous environment, Ednovate students engage meaningfully with their education and are equipped to thrive—and lead transformative, multigenerational change in their communities.