Fernando is one of our middle school students taking advantage of the 49ers Academy’s Community Learning Hubs. The Academy’s Community Learning Hubs have been instrumental in supporting Fernando through this challenging school year. The Hub has given him the stabilization, support and motivation he needed to stay on track and in school.
Staying focused in a virtual setting wasn’t easy. At the start of the pandemic, Fernando was often 30 minutes late to class and he quickly started falling behind in school. When he joined the 49ers Academy Learning Hub in the Fall, it wasn’t long before he began to turn things around.
“Before coming to the 49ers Academy Community Learning Hubs, I was lazy and wanted to sleep all day. I missed most of my classes. Being a part of the Hubs makes me feel so energetic! I go to my classes, and I get the support I need.†- Fernando, Middle School Student
Not long after joining the Academy’s Hub, Fernando connected with Jose, a 49ers Academy Middle School Caseworker and Learning Hub Manager. Jose helped Fernando develop better study skills and increase his focus. After months of consistent check-ins, Fernando has grown and flourished - academically, socially, and emotionally. He is on track to finish the school year strong!
“I have seen a lot of positive changes. Fernando came to us with very low self-esteem. He was quick to give up on himself. Now, he is more optimistic, he has passing grades, and he is turning his camera on.†- Jose Santana
Thank you for believing and investing in the San Francisco 49ers Academy and our programs and, most importantly, students like Fernando. Your support is crucial to keeping our students on the path to academic and personal success.
