Mentorship. Resources. Opportunity.
READY (Resources & Educational Assistance for Deserving Youth) is CHICA’s weekly youth program supporting students ages 10–18 in Compton with mentorship, academic encouragement, and confidence-building activities in a safe, structured environment.
Enrollment is simple. Submitting an interest form does not guarantee placement—our team will follow up with next steps.
For Parents
READY is designed for students who benefit from extra support, encouragement, and consistent mentorship. Families can expect a positive environment focused on growth, respect, and steady progress.
- Weekly structured sessions with mentorship and check-ins
- Academic encouragement (study habits, goal setting, accountability)
- Confidence + social-emotional development through positive peer interaction
- Caregiver communication so families stay informed (as available)
For Donors
Your support helps CHICA deliver consistent programming that keeps students engaged, encouraged, and connected to trusted adults. Donations directly strengthen READY’s ability to serve more youth.
- Program materials and learning resources
- Enrichment activities that build belonging and motivation
- Mentorship + workshops that strengthen confidence and life skills
- Safe, structured spaces that support positive outcomes
What happens in READY
READY meets weekly and is built around consistent support. Sessions are structured, relationship-based, and designed to help students develop habits that support success in school and in life.
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Results & how we measure progress
CHICA measures progress through participation, academic habits, and youth confidence over time. We collect baseline data at enrollment and check in throughout the program cycle.
What we track
- Attendance and participation
- Youth and caregiver surveys (entry, mid-cycle, end)
- Academic progress when available (report cards / updates)
- Confidence, motivation, and goal completion