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Our Mission
The mission of Family Scholar House is to end the cycle of poverty and transform our community by empowering families and youth to succeed in education and achieve life-long self-sufficiency.
Each year, we serve residential and nonresidential student parents and their children with a comprehensive, holistic continuum of care that meets them where they are and empowers them toward their educational, career and family goals. Our residential families have experienced persistent poverty, unstable housing and, most often, domestic violence.
We also serve students, student parents and former foster youth, as they prepare for careers by getting the education they need for the workforce. Whether it is a one-time call or ongoing support, we can help. Our programs and services are responsive to the needs of individuals and families and are provided for all ages.
What started in 1995 as a small program specific to Louisville, Kentucky has since expanded to serve other communities in the Commonwealth, in the region, and across the country. We honor our history and the visionaries from Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Sisters of Loretto, Dominican Sisters of Peace, Sisters of the Good Shepherd and Sisters of Mercy.
In the state, Family Scholar House works directly with the Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS) to provide outreach activities for all students. However, growth of our program is not limited to Kentucky. As part of our expansion, we have added physical locations and staff in new communities. Further with the technology available, Family Scholar House is able to serve those who need us virtually, regardless of where they are located. We want to help. We believe post-secondary education, in all forms from college to credentialing, is essential for career-track employment. Our wrap-around services are designed to help people achieve that for their own benefit and for the wellbeing of families and communities.
Last week, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced a grant of $1.6 million in Disaster Recovery funds to Family Scholar House to build eight homes at the Skyview neighborhood in Hazard.
This new high ground housing subdivision funded by disaster relief funds and the Department of Local Government will provide high quality, safe housing outside the floodplain for residents of Hazard who been affected by severe flooding over the last years.
Family Scholar house is partnering with Louisville-based MMY US for the design, manufacture and build of 8 climate resistant, steel, non-combustible single family homes.Skyview is one of eight high-ground communities announced by Governor Beshear across Perry, Knott, Letcher, Breathitt and Floyd counties. Priority for the Skyview homes will be given to housing applicants who were impacted by the floods of 2021, 2022 or 2025. Nearly 100 homes will be built at Skyview. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations Family Scholar House & Robin Bartram-Brown
We love our community! Many thanks to the organizations and sponsors, especially Thieneman Construction, our title sponsor, who made the Spring Fling Thieneman Construction Career Fair at Riverport Scholar House such a success Saturday. While our parent participants talked with companies and organizations about career opportunities, there were lots of activities and prizes to keep the little ones entertained. ... See MoreSee Less
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No one does it alone. A mentor can offer you guidance, share industry insights, and help you navigate career challenges. Don’t be afraid to reach out to someone who inspires you! ... See MoreSee Less
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