BRIDGE FOR EDUCATION
Sentinels of Freedom supports our veterans with a well-rounded, all-encompassing program catered to their specific needs for up to four years while they pursue their education. This may include financial coaching, mentoring, networking, and overall guidance. As our veterans move through school, ongoing assistance is provided in the way of mentoring, life skills coaching, career development and networking, budgeting, financial planning, and more.
Throughout the multi-year program, each Sentinel receives a case manager who helps guide them throughout their entire journey. With check-ins during the year, they address any potential roadblocks to ensure a continued road to success. Sentinel’s Bridge for Education provides resources that allow Sentinels to focus their attention on their studies, career, and family knowing they have a caring team to back them up.
BRIDGE FOR EDUCATION FEATURES
EDUCATION
Case managers support our Sentinel’s educational journey in line with their capabilities and goals. Sentinel’s Bridge for Education helps by connecting Sentinels with local and national resources, networking opportunities, and encouraging them to connect with their Student Veteran Resource Centers. As challenges arise, case managers are able to assist Sentinels in finding a solution.
TUTORING
Recent studies regarding veteran dropout rates in the first year of Community College detail that a high percentage of veterans report anxiety and frustration in completing higher math requirements required to obtain a degree. For the veterans joining the Sentinels of Freedom Bridge for Education program, we can provide basic math and higher math tutoring at no cost to the veteran. We also can deliver in-person tutoring with Community Colleges with an active Student Veteran Resource Center with appropriate staffing and resources that align with our mission.
JOB ASSISTANCE
Sentinels of Freedom encompasses a range of services designed to help veterans transition into civilian careers seamlessly. These services may include personalized resume building, interview preparation, and skills assessment, tailored to highlight the valuable experience gained during military service. Additionally, job assistance programs connect veterans with employers who prioritize hiring from this dedicated pool of individuals. Furthermore, Sentinels of Freedom may provide access to education programs, like UDEMY, to enhance existing skills or acquire new ones, ensuring veterans are equipped with the tools they need to excel in their chosen field.
MENTORING
Mentors are an integral part of the educational and professional journey. Sentinels are paired with a mentor who can share information about their career path, provide guidance, motivation, emotional support, and role modeling.
Our Bridge for Education program complements the veteran’s drive, motivation, and positive attitude. When the Sentinel is ready to graduate, Sentinels of Freedom sets them up with a mentor who can provide them with the perspective and practical tips needed to thrive in their career. Over time, these mentors may become a veteran’s lifetime friend.
ONCE A SENTINEL, ALWAYS A SENTINEL
Post-graduation, Sentinels may continue to receive support, networking, and career assistance; remain engaged through social media and staff correspondence.
