Social Resource Program Update - Spring 2025

 

Hello MC Community

I am writing to provide an important update regarding the Social Resource Program (SRP), which has been funded through a grant by the Department of Education and operated via the Student Wellness Center. As you may be aware, this program has played a vital role in addressing students' basic needs over the past three years.

Since its inception, the SRP has served over 1,200 students, offering services and programming in areas such as food security, housing, health coverage, medical and mental health care, childcare, and legal support. Through these efforts, we have made a meaningful impact on the lives of our students and have contributed to their overall academic success and well-being.

As the grant funding concludes on December 31, 2024, I am pleased to share that the SRP will continue to operate through the end of the 2024/2025 academic year. This extension ensures that students will still have access to critical support and resources. Referrals for assistance related to basic needs can be made online through STARFISH or by emailing the staff below. SRP coaches will remain available on each campus to provide guidance and support. However, it is important to note that with the conclusion of the grant funding, the program will no longer be able to provide direct emergency funds to students. Despite this change, the SRP will maintain its commitment to connecting students with resources and services that meet their essential needs.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the SRP and our students. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need additional information.

Sue Haddad/Project Director

 

Katharine Campos/SRP Coordinator/Rockville

Katharine.campos@montgomerycollege.edu

 

Ruth Goyes/SRP Coach/Germantown

Ruth.goyes@montgomerycollege.edu

 

Teir Lucas/SRP Coach Takoma Park/Silver Spring

Teir.lucas@montgomerycollege.edu

Social Resource Program @ SHaW Center

Dear Colleagues,

I hope everyone finds this email in good spirits and joy.

As we continue to move well into Summer Session II, some students might share they are experiencing hardships, whether housing, academic, or medically related. With eviction protections coming to an end, educating students about the availability of resources at the SHaW Center becomes paramount.

The Social Resource Program(SRP) is a new option for students at Montgomery College who are struggling to pay for housing and academic-related expenses. Please kindly encourage students to apply for housing and academic assistance by visiting the Social Resource Program's website. 

Eligible students can receive a book voucher, laptop, as well as utility, rental, and medical assistance. We are still accepting requests for Summer Summer II and will begin transitioning into the fall semester after August 16, 2021. 

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask me specific questions at shauntia.white@montgomerycollege.com. For general inquiry, forward emails to the SHaW Center at shawcenter@montgomerycollege.edu.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best, 

Shauntia D. White, MSW, MS

SRP Coach

Social Resource Program

Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) Center for Success

SHAW - Emergency Assistance Request Process

 Hi Counselors,

 The SHAW center has received a grant to be able to help students with emergency assistance. Please direct students to the link below to apply.

Thanks,

Katie

Hello Colleagues,

Students interested in being considered for emergency support from the SHaW Center must complete the SHaW Center Emergency Assistance Request Form.  We have received an increased number of requests this week, so it will take us 2-3 days to follow up with the student.  Please note that students must be currently enrolled/matriculating and all students are eligible to receive support. Also, requests for funding (cash/checks) and tuition support will not be approved.

Hope this helps.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Benita