Options for Youth - Blog

Ileana celebrates the opening of OFY’s new High Desert campus, with Principal Bernadette Grant, expanding opportunities for students to learn in ways that fit them best.

Principal Richard Aguilar and Superintendent Ileana Kiriakos join the Moreno Valley Chamber of Commerce for the official ribbon cutting, marking 10 years of student success at OFY Moreno Valley.

Options For Youth (OFY) offers flexible Credit Recovery and Enrichment programs for students who need to catch up, stay on track, or get ahead toward earning their high school diploma. Students can earn up to 15 credits in six weeks through guided independent study, online or in-person classes, and teacher support—all available year-round.

The Moreno Valley campus—home to 10 years of student success and community impact.

 

Every student brings unique strengths, challenges, and goals to the classroom. For our English Learners (ELs), having the right support system can make all the difference—not just in mastering language skills, but in building the confidence to succeed across all academic subjects.

School counselors and teachers have long emphasized the importance of involvement in school activities. From entering high school to senior year, the extracurricular activities students join play a pivotal role in the college application process, now more than ever.

For Merelyn, helping others wasn’t just a goal—it was something she witnessed growing up, watching her mother care deeply for others in the healthcare field. But like many students her age, Merelyn wasn’t sure how to turn that passion into a real career. That all began to change when she enrolled at Options For Youth.

Behind every student success story is a full team of dedicated professionals working together to support your journey. Whether you’re new to OFY or just need a refresher, here’s your quick cheat sheet on who’s who on campus — and how each staff member can support you!

 The end of high school often brings a rush of emotions—pride, excitement, and a deep sense of relief. For Ashlee Palacios, a graduate representing the Vermont Center, graduation marks more than the end of late-night study sessions and anxious waits for phone calls from teachers. It’s a celebration of strength, growth, and self-discovery.