El Futuro Leadership Program
HACE’s El Futuro (The Future) High School Leadership Program is a college and career development program for high school students. The program provides robust programming that helps students define career goals and develop postsecondary plans. HACE partners with various organizations and companies to prepare El Futuro students for success in their lives (college, career, and/or civic lives).
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applied college & career readiness tools
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found presentations aided leadership development
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mastered financial aid application
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broadened professional networks
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exposed to new careers
Participant Profile
High school students (juniors and seniors) nationwide
Location may vary based on cohort season (ex. Fall and Spring cohorts). Refer to the cohort season dates and locations listed below. For the Spring 2025 cohort season, the program will offer services to high school students (juniors and seniors) in Arizona.
Program Goals
• Increase students’ financial aid knowledge
• Help students to create post-secondary education plans
• Prepare students for gainful employment
• Prepare students for leadership roles
• Develop and enhance students’ public speaking abilities
Program Benefits for Students
• Connect with high-caliber professionals representing HACE’s corporate partners & alumni
• Access to resource library with tools for college and career readiness
• Improve interviewing and networking skills
• Build professional employment networks
• Receive a $250 stipend upon completion of the program
Program Language
All sessions and materials are in English. Based on availability, bilingual (English and Spanish) guest speakers share their struggles, successes, and lessons learned. If there are any language barriers, please address with the Programs Department, programdept@haceonline.org.
El Futuro is typically for nationwide program for high school students. For Spring 2025, we will be collaborating with our sponsor to support Arizona high school students (juniors and seniors). The Spring 2025 Cohort is made possible with support from the Deloitte Foundation.
- Participants will attend VIRTUAL sessions designed to help them prepare for college and/or the workforce.
- All sessions and program materials are in English.
- Dates are subject to change based on potential sponsor commitments
Spring 2025 Information
Onboarding
HACE Introduction & Program Overview
March 13, 2025 (Thursday) & March 14, 2025 (Friday)
*Both sessions will be held 5:00-6:00PM MT/6:00-7:00PM EST via Zoom
Sessions
March 19, 2025 – Session 1: Setting Yourself Apart
March 26, 2025 – Session 2: How to Build a Resume & Cover Letter
April 2, 2025 – Session 3: College 101 – Post-Secondary Options
April 9, 2025 – Session 4: Applying to College & Other Post-Secondary Options
April 16, 2025 – Session 5: Applying for Work & Internships
April 23, 2025 – Session 6: Interviewing Skills & Showcasing Your Work
May 7, 2025 – Session 7: Personal Finance, Financial Aid, Budgeting & Credit
May 14, 2025 – Graduation Celebration
*All sessions will be on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 PM CST/6:30pm-8:00pm EST virtually via Zoom.
Attendance Policy
Participants should plan to attend all sessions. This is a fast-paced learning environment and the attendance policy allows for one missed session (maximum).
Tuition
The cohort’s tuition is complimentary for accepted students thanks to our sponsor.
Spring 2025 Applications
Open: November 25, 2024
Deadline: March 10, 2025
Fall 2025 Information
Onboarding
HACE Introduction & Program Overview
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday) & August 21, 2025 (Thursday)
*Both sessions will be held 5:00-6:00PM CST/6:00-7:00PM EST via Zoom
Sessions
September 10, 2025 – Session 1: Setting Yourself Apart
September 17, 2025 – Session 2: How to Build a Resume & Cover Letter
September 24, 2025 – Session 3: College 101 – Post-Secondary Options
October 1, 2025 – Session 4: Applying to College & Other Post-Secondary Options
October 8, 2025 – Session 5: Applying for Work & Internships
October 15, 2025 – Session 6: Interviewing Skills & Showcasing Your Work
October 22, 2025 – Session 7: Personal Finance, Financial Aid, Budgeting & Credit
October 29, 2025 – Graduation Celebration
*All sessions will be on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 PM CST/6:30pm-8:00pm EST virtually via Zoom.
Attendance Policy
Participants should plan to attend all sessions. This is a fast-paced learning environment and the attendance policy allows for one missed session (maximum).
Tuition
The cohort’s tuition is complimentary for accepted students thanks to our sponsor.
Fall 2025 Applications
Open: August 1, 2025
Deadline: August 8, 2025
Partner Sponsorship Information
El Futuro is meant to help high school students achieve better college entrance and completion rates by improving their prospects for fulfilling careers. HACE’s partners serve as guest speakers who provide college and career advice. Together, HACE and HACE’s partners guide students in reaching postsecondary success.
Contact partners@haceonline.org or call 312-435-0498