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QuestBridge Scholar Kennedi Jackson matches with MIT
Daviyah Anthony is BRYC’s sixth Gates Scholar
Executive Director Lucas Spielfogel named Barton Leadership Awardee
How BRYC makes space for working moms
Afterschool Alliance spotlights BRYC’s take on reducing chronic absenteeism
Video: BRYC’s Wolfpack Health Fellows in action
Construction at the Airline Campus is complete
Alumna Kari Stephens is “honored” to put Baton Rouge’s children first
Alumnus Trinton Harris joins The Baton Rouge Clinic’s eye care team
Alumna La’Kelsha Butler is a STAR Teacher Researcher

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Step 1: Create Your Galaxy Digital Account

BRYC uses the Galaxy Digital platform to manage our volunteer intake, scheduling, and matriculation processes. We ask all volunteers, even those who are returning, to create a Galaxy Digital account ahead of the upcoming school year.

Create your account at bryc.galaxydigital.com. You’ll be prompted to answer some basic questions. The last registration question will ask if you are ready to commit to volunteering or would like someone from BRYC to contact you.

Create Your Galaxy Digital Account

Step 2: Choose Your VIP Role

If you are ready to commit to volunteering, go to the “Opportunities” section in Galaxy Digital and select “Choose Your VIP Role.” Complete the questionnaire about your role and scheduling preferences.

Once you’ve completed this step, BRYC will contact you to confirm your schedule and share information about volunteer training.

Choose Your VIP Role

Step 3: Background Check

All BRYC VIPs must pass a background check before working with Fellows. You will begin the background check process on Galaxy Digital, then be automatically directed to our background check provider, Sterling Check.

To start the background check process, go to the “Opportunities” section in Galaxy Digital and select “Complete Your Background Check.” You will be prompted to enter some basic info on Galaxy Digital before creating a Sterling Check account. You will finish the background check process in Sterling Check.

Complete Your Background Check

Questions?

Please contact Rachel Stevens at [email protected].

> BRYC’s Intake Process Step-by-Step Guide

In-Person Volunteer Training: Saturday, August 27

Virtual Make-Up Session: Thursday, September 8

FAQs

I'm a returning volunteer. Do I need to do this, too?

Yes, please! As in previous years when we asked returning volunteers to submit a new intake form, we ask you now to please complete Steps 1 & 2 above to confirm your plans to return and let us know your role and schedule preferences.

I'm not sure if I'm ready to commit yet. What should I do?

Please contact Rachel Stevens, BRYC’s volunteer coordinator, at [email protected] to let her know you are interested and would like more information.

You can also complete Step 1 of the intake process (creating your Galaxy Digital account). When prompted, let us know you would like someone from BRYC to contact you to discuss your questions or concerns. If you ultimately choose not to volunteer, BRYC will delete your Galaxy Digital account.

What's the deadline to sign up to volunteer?

Please complete Steps 1 & 2 as soon as you know you are ready to commit to volunteering. We aim to have all volunteers in the database and ready for training on August 27. But! You can still sign up after this date and attend the make-up training session on September 8.

Can I create my Galaxy Digital account now and choose my VIP role later?

If you’re ready to commit, we’d be grateful if you would submit your role and schedule preferences as soon as possible. However, you can create an account and come back to finish Step 2 later if need be.

How will BRYC use the information I share during the sign-up process?

Your privacy and safety are both extremely important to us, as is the safety of the BRYC Community. We use this information to:

Run a background check on every volunteer prior to the school year.
Design a volunteer schedule that’s convenient for you.
Create mutually agreeable Fellow-mentor pairs or groups.
Send you gifts, thank you notes, or program materials.

Persistence Program

FINISH COLLEGE, STAY CONNECTED

Persistence Program

College Fellows & Alumni

Getting accepted into college is the first in a series of steps to graduation. BRYC’s Persistence Program helps Fellows stay on track at their respective institutions. We do this through direct support, connection to campus resources, scholarships, and career guidance, and by encouraging Fellows to stay tapped into BRYC’s Alumni network.

Financial Assistance: BRYC provides direct financial assistance to College Fellows when there is significant need.

Campus Visits: BRYC’s director of persistence visits in-state campuses – and each year, a selection of out-of-state- schools – to connect College Fellows to resources and provide career services.

Special Events: BRYC hosts special events like crawfish boils and holiday parties just for College Fellows and Alumni.

Ms. Cat and Malayasia Moses

“BRYC’s Persistence Team truly became a sounding board for my college experience. The periodic check-ins and amplification of different resources helped me not only stay on track, but be exposed to more opportunities as well.”

Brandon V., Class of 2017 Fellow,
Loyola University 2021

Get in Touch

Catherine Molleno, Director of Persistence
[email protected] | (225) 456-5752
thebryc.org/alumni

College Access Programs

ENTER BEST-FIT COLLEGES AFFORDABLY

College Access Program

12th Grade

The college admissions process can be confusing, overwhelming, and expensive. It’s easy to lose sight of what matters: determining which school offers the greatest potential for long-term success. In BRYC’s College Access Program, seniors research the academics, campus culture, and cost (among many other factors) of colleges that interest them, then submit compelling applications.

Senior College Workshop: Work with a trained College Mentor to research schools, write essays and scholarships applications, and select an affordable, best-fit college.

ACT Prep: Work with BRYC’s five-star instructors to master key ACT concepts and test-taking strategies.

College 101: Transition smoothly to college life through a semester-long preparation program.

Patrick Saidu and John Belmontez

“Initially, I was intimidated, but it has truly been enjoyable and such a huge help with my college process. So glad that I got to join such a supportive and wonderful family!”

Kylerian K., Fellow

Get in Touch

Rachel Stevens, Director of Writing
[email protected] | (225) 456-5752

STRENGTHEN ACT SKILLS

ACT Preparation Program

11th Grade

ACT scores directly impact college admissions and financial aid opportunities, particularly in Louisiana due to the TOPS program. Increasing ACT scores by just one point can mean the difference of thousands of grant dollars, which is why BRYC dedicates all of its junior year programming to conquering this high-stakes test.

ACT Prep: Work with BRYC’s five-star instructors to master key ACT concepts and test-taking strategies.

Upperclassmen Learning Workshop: Work with a trained ACT Mentor to practice ACT questions and build learning skills that make Fellows more effective when studying on their own.

Camp S’More Points: Rising seniors attend Camp S’More Points, BRYC’s ACT “bootcamp,” in the summer between junior and senior year.

Khloe Jordan

“I especially love the opportunities to interact with other BRYC Fellows. I’ve built invaluable connections and made great memories that I will cherish for a lifetime.”

Laila M., Fellow

Laila received a full scholarship to Spelman!

Get in Touch

Aareena Dhillon, Director of Upperclassmen Learning
[email protected] | (225) 456-5752

Underclassment Program

START HIGH SCHOOL STRONG

Underclassmen Transition Program

8th, 9th & 10th Grade

Students transitioning from middle to high school experience major life changes while adjusting to larger school environments, unfamiliar teachers, and more rigorous courses. They — and their families — benefit from support at this critical juncture. BRYC’s underclassmen program is designed to ease the transition while fostering Fellows’ academic, social, and personal growth.

Learning Prep (8th, 9th, 10th): With BRYC’s seasoned Program Managers, become an expert in the SRL (self-regulated learning) method for efficient, effective studying and skill mastery.

Learning Workshop (9th, 10th): Work with a trained Underclassmen Learning Mentor to get homework done, improve personal organization, and become a self-advocate.

Research Workshop (8th): Work with a trained Research Mentor and peers to investigate a social justice issue, then share your findings with the BRYC Community.

Fellows working together

“I love how interactive the BRYC team is with their volunteers, Fellows, etc. Y’all give back and reward us — it feels like a family.”

Daisha G., Fellow

Get in Touch

Allie Diefendorf, Chief of Programs
[email protected] | (225) 456-5752