Team Meetings are held on the Third Thursday at 4pm
The Education Community Team is dedicated to improving high school graduation rates and increasing Hispanic enrollment and success in higher education across South Carolina.
We believe every student deserves the tools, support, and opportunities to thrive—regardless of their background. Our team brings together educators, parents, students, and partners to close opportunity gaps and foster long-term success for Hispanic youth.
What We Do
School-Based Engagement
We partner with 16 Greenville County high schools to provide bilingual Lunch & Learn sessions that connect students with resources for academic and career success. Each year, over 500 students attend these sessions, gaining practical guidance on topics like college admissions, scholarships, and career exploration.
Postsecondary Access & Success
Community Collaboration
Why It Matters
Hispanic students make up a growing percentage of South Carolina’s school population—but systemic barriers continue to limit their access to academic success. Whether it’s a lack of language support, unfamiliarity with the U.S. education system, or financial hardship, these challenges are real.
Our Education Team works to break down these barriers and replace them with bridges—so that more students can graduate with confidence, pursue higher education, and build the futures they envision for themselves.
Education Team Leadership
How can a group of busy professionals reach over 500 Hispanic students in one year? It can only be done as a team effort. One of the team’s strengths is finding creative ways for anyone with a willing heart to be involved!
Carolina Van De Voorde, LMSW
Benedicte Axboe
Get Involved
Need Resources?
We can connect you to what you need. View our Education Resources or check out our Community Resource Guide for a comprehensive list of all HA Network Service Providers available.
