About the Celebration
Marching to the Future is a declaration: “We are going to college!” This mission-driven event creates excitement around higher education for students at every grade level, from elementary through high school. Organized by our Building a Culture of Higher Education cohort, this celebration reinforces the message that college is an attainable goal for all students.
What to Expect
Marching to the Future takes place across our partner schools throughout the spring, with activities tailored to different age groups, including:
- College exploration workshops
- Interactive financial aid seminars
- Hands-on skill-building sessions
- Inspiring talks from professionals in diverse careers
- Creative arts and DIY college gear-making stations
- Educational games like Career Bingo
- Celebratory marches where students proudly display college banners
Why We March
The path to college begins in kindergarten. Marching to the Future helps students see themselves on a college campus, explore different academic paths, and understand the steps needed to achieve their educational goals.
During these events, students learn about different colleges and universities, various fields of study, and campus life. They make signs for the march, celebrate their favorite university mascots, and proudly tell their communities: “We are the future!”
Join the Celebration
Watch for announcements about upcoming Marching to the Future events at your child’s school. These site-based celebrations feature fun activities, food, prizes, and opportunities for the whole family to engage with higher education planning.
Support College Access
Support Marching to the Future and our year-round college access programs to help us continue building a college-going culture for San Francisco youth.