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Onward Scholars PMA

The Onward Scholars Program at PMA offers students the opportunity to build strong academic and leadership skills through a variety of activities and programs that provide resources to empower them on their journey to excellence.

Onward Scholars SMA

Onward Scholars at St. Mary’s Academy receive not only the support services the school provides, but also work closely with the onsite Onward Scholars Program Director to receive mentoring, financial support, and access to programs that focus on life skills and preparation for the college application and matriculation process.

Other Smet Foundation Initiatives

John and Cynthia Smet agree with Nelson Mandela when he said, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." In that spirit, they are committed to helping change the lives of young Angelenos and their families by partnering with the Department of Catholic Schools on the Onward initiatives. Read on....

Onward Scholars Calendars

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Class of 2024 Orientation

Location: St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy

Time: 4:30 PM – 6 PM

Apr 2

Class of 2021 College Tour

Apr 13

Class of 2021 College Tour

Apr 14

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Cohort II: Financial Literacy Workshop

Time: 9 AM – 11 AM

Apr 25

Cohort I & II: Beach Clean Up Service Project w/PMA Scholars

Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Location: Redondo Beach

May 16

Cohort I & II: End of Year Workshop

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM

Jun 5

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Onward Scholars Mission Statement

The Onward Scholars Program promotes academic excellence, fosters an environment conducive to genuine peer support, exposes students to leadership opportunities that instill a love of service, and empowers goal-driven young men and women by providing resources that build skills for their path to higher education and lives of purpose.