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Help Support our NEW partnership with Fairfield Prep! Kolbe Cathedral High School Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

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CONGRATULATIONS Shepherds/Notre Dame West Haven Class of 2026 Mentees Alberto and Steven Torres and mentors Jason Sherrod and Dennis Klemenz on this AMAZING achievement!!

Our "End of the Year" Celebration brought together the entire Shepherds community—mentors, mentees, families, Board, staff, partner schools, supporters, and sponsors—to honor what’s possible when commitment and care come together.

A special congratulations to our incredible Class of 2026. From college acceptances to lifelong mentor relationships, this is what impact looks like.

Grateful for ALL of our mentors and to our partner schools—Kolbe Cathedral, Notre Dame West Haven, Lauralton Hall, and Fairfield Prep—and for every person who plays a role in changing lives… one student at a time.

Take a look through the program from this special day (great pics to follow!): Kolbe Cathedral High School Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep

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First-generation students aren’t just navigating college—they’re navigating financial pressure, mental health challenges, and a lack of built-in support systems, all at once. That’s why mentorship matters. At Shepherds, we walk alongside our students every step of the way—through mentorship, college access, and life-changing support. https://bit.ly/4mFoOfE Notre Dame High School Lauralton Hall Fairfield Prep Kolbe Cathedral High School

Breaking Barriers: Challenges Faced by First-Generation College Students - The Pell Institute While the journey of first-generation college students is one of courage and ambition, it is often fraught with significant challenges. As pioneers navigating an unfamiliar terrain, many face systemic barriers that can impede their ability to fully benefit from higher education.  The Pell Institute...