KIPP Forward Advising Team
We are the KIPP Forward Postsecondary Success Advising Team and we are here to support you through your college and career plans after KIPP. KIPP Forward NorCal respects and honors all pathways KIPPsters take in pursuit of their passions, purpose and plans in life towards financial freedom and fulfilling lives.
Whether at a community college, pursuing your bachelor’s degree, in a career/technical program, or working full time, we are here to demystify the higher education process and support you through your journey. If you are unsure of who your advisor is, please reach out to Benjamín Pérez.
Click here for a list of all colleges & career certificate programs in the Bay Area
KIPP Forward San Francisco
Our team is based out of San Francisco and is comprised of Melissa. I am proud to serve YOU and am humbled you have allowed me on your journey to pursue college, career, and beyond.
I primarily support students graduating from KIPP San Francisco Collegiate.
Colleges in San Francisco that I work with often – San Francisco State University (SFSU) & City College of San Francisco (CCSF). Learn More.
Meet the #SFTeam!
MELISSAKIPP Forward San Jose
Our team is based out of San Jose and is comprised of Jocelyn and Jovana. We are proud to serve YOU and are humbled you have allowed us on your journey to pursue college, career, and beyond.
We primarily support students graduating from KIPP San Jose Collegiate and KIPP Navigate College Prep.
Colleges in the South Bay we work with often – San Jose State University, Evergreen Valley College, De Anza Community College, San Jose City College, and UC Santa Cruz. Learn More
Meet the #SJTeam!
JOCELYN
JOVANA
Postsecondary Success Advisor
Alma Mater: San José State University
KIPP Forward East Bay
Our team is based out of the East Bay subregion (Oakland, San Lorenzo, San Leandro, Hayward, etc.) and is comprised of Marz. I am proud to serve YOU and am humbled you have allowed me on your journey to pursue college, career, and beyond.
I primarily support students graduating from KIPP King Collegiate.
Colleges in the East Bay I work with often – Cal State University East Bay, Chabot College, Mills College, Peralta Colleges (COA, BCC, Laney, Merritt). Learn More.
Meet the #EBTeam!
MARZKIPP Forward Peninsula
Our team is based out of the Peninsula subregion (Palo Alto and Redwood City) and is comprised of Audrey. I am proud to serve YOU and am humbled you have allowed me on your journey to pursue college, career, and beyond.
I primarily support students graduating from KIPP Esperanza.
Colleges in the Peninsula I work with often – Menlo College, Foothill College, De Anza College. Learn More.
Meet the #PeninsulaTeam!
AUDREYProgressive Pathways
Progressive pathway advising is for alumni who are pursuing: credentialing/certifications, military careers, or a strong first job in an upwardly mobile career. Our team supports alumni throughout the Bay Area and is comprised of Radhika. I am proud to serve YOU and am humbled you have allowed me on your journey to pursue college, career, and beyond.
Meet the #ProgressivePathwayTeam!
RADHIKA
Postsecondary & Career Success Manager
Alma Mater: San Francisco State University