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From Tragedy to Triumph: How FloCrit’s Housing Department Helped Vanesa Rise Above Adversity

Overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty, Vanesa felt a deep sense of isolation. She had no idea what to do or where to turn for support.
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FloCrit Alums Live Untraditional Paths to Success (Part 2)

Stephany, an alum who graduated with the class of 2017, reflects on how FloCrit has helped shape her journey and helped her define success for herself and her family.
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FloCrit Alums Live Untraditional Paths to Success (Part 1)

We know we can learn so much from our alumni, and part of FloCrit’s Impact 2025 Strategic Plan involves engaging with alumni to understand their journeys better and how that translates into programatic support for current moms.
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Life Skills Class Helps Build Stability

Launched this fall, FloCrit’s Life Skills class utilizes various partners to support our teen moms as they develop new and critical life skills, as well as build their social capital and professional development.
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Concurrent Enrollment Opens Doors

The concurrent enrollment program continues to grow at Florence Crittenton, providing girls the chance to take college level courses and get both high school and college credits at no cost to them with local community colleges like Community College of Denver and Metropolitan State University while still enrolled in high school.
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Florence Crittenton Campus Filled with Life and Learning

Our teen moms experience a wide range of opportunities while back on campus, including continuing their education through on-site Florence Crittenton High School.

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