Keeping Our Promise
Spring Forward into March!
We’re proud of our seniors for their hard work and dedication throughout the college application process! With many college application process! With many college admissions decisions rolling in, this is an exciting time for students as they take next steps toward their college journey.
A major priority this month is financial aid, and with the FAFSA and CADAA deadline extended to April 2nd, there’s still time for students to submit their applications and maximize their financial aid opportunities. Our team is here to provide guidance and support to ensure every student has the resources they need.
In addition to financial aid support, we’re excited to help students explore scholarship opportunities, review admission deadlines, and prepare for the transition into college life. Whether it’s understanding financial aid offers, comparing college choices, or planning for what’s ahead, we’re here to help every step of the way.
We appreciate the continued dedication of our students, families, and educators!
The Promise Scholars Team
Business Partner Spotlight
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our staff and volunteers for joining us for the 6th Grade Business Leader Presentations at Buena Vista Elementary and Wiltsey Middle School:
Also, thank you to Veronica Silva from First Team Real Estate and her husband David Espinosa, a retired pilot from United Airlines, for volunteering to present to our 5th Grade Students from Edison Academy on their trip to Chaffey College. We sincerely appreciate the time and effort our presenters devote to the Promise Scholars program.
We are excited to see the impactful presentations and engaging sessions they have prepared for the upcoming year. Thank you for being a vital part of our community and for making a lasting impact on our students. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead filled with learning, growth, and inspiration!
Program Updates
First, we would like to thank the wonderful outreach team at Chaffey College for hosting field trips for our OMSD 5th Grade Scholars at Edison Academy, Corona, and Lehigh Elementary. Next, we would like to give a big thank you to the Ontario Carpenters Union Training Center and Monte Vista Water District for coordinating field trips for our OMSD 7th Grade Scholars at SOAR Academy and Serrano Middle School. Lastly, thank you Baldy View ROP for inviting our 8th Grade AVID students from Vernon Middle School on a field trip to their campus.
We also hosted Financial Aid Workshops, Lunch Outreach, and In-Class Financial Aid Supports for Ontario, Chaffey, Montclair, and Valley View High School to support students with the FAFSA and California Dream Act Applications and to promote our Opportunity Scholarship and share more information about Promise Scholars with students.
We hosted 9th Grade True Colors Career Exploration Activities for our 7th and 8th Grade Scholars at SOAR Academy, showing students the importance of personality traits when determining college majors and careers.
We were honored to participate in Arroyo Elementary and Oak Middle School’s College and Career Day, Kingsley Elementary and Vina Danks Middle School’s Open House, Chaffey and Montclair High School’s 8th Grade Parent Night, Valley View High School’s College and Career Fair, and De Anza Middle School’s Community Event.
Thank you to the City of Ontario Council Members for presenting us with a check of $93,479.38 from the 2024 5K Reindeer Run! All proceeds from the 5K Reindeer Run directly support our students!
Lastly, we awarded Opportunity Scholarships for students who completed Step 6 and 7 at Montclair, Chaffey, and Ontario High School. Congratulations to Maiko Valerio and Citlaly Moreno-Soto from Montclair High School, Amy Gonzalez and John Garcia from Chaffey High School, and Adam Phan and Emilee Vasquez from Ontario High School!
Class of 2025 Opportunity Scholarship
Attention Class of 2025!
We’re excited to announce final steps for the Opportunity Scholarship for seniors at Chaffey, Ontario, Montclair, Valley View, and Colony High Schools!
This scholarship offers multiple chances to win $500 as they progress through their college admission journey. The scholarship is structured in 10 steps, each designed to support students along their path to higher education. Complete all 10 steps, and you’ll be in the running for the grand prize of $10,000! Just submit proof of completing each step to qualify.
We’re thrilled to see so many students already taking part in this opportunity! With a total of 1,694 submissions for Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 received, it’s clear that students are making great strides toward their college goals. Don’t miss your chance to join the many participants already working through the steps!
Missed the first eight deadlines? No worries! Students can still participate and be eligible for the scholarship, even if they’ve missed a few steps. Continue to participate in Steps 9-10 for a chance to win $500! For questions and inquiries, please DM us on Instagram @OntMontPS
Volunteer with Us!
6th Grade Business Leader Presentations
Contact us below to share your college and career journey and inspire OMSD 6th Graders!! To qualify volunteers must have a professional license or a college degree.
Contribute your time with us and our 9th graders for a Career Exploration Group Discussion, where you’ll have the chance to discuss college and career opportunities tailored to your personality.
Do you have experience with FAFSA and CADAA applications? Join us at our upcoming financial aid workshops to assist 12th Graders with their application process.
Promise Scholars Annual Golf Tournament
April 18, 2025
Support our cause at our biggest fundraiser event. Help register players and facilitate many games at our Golf Tournament. All proceeds from this event will find Promise Scholars’ OMSD students.
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Bank of America grants $200,000 to Promise Scholars (November 2018)
Ontario-Montclair School District becomes Promise_Partners with Cal State Bakersfield (July 2014)
Promise Scholars thanks their many volunteers (April 2014)
Promise Scholars paving a way for a college education (December 2013)
Ontario 5K to benefit Promise Scholars (December 2013)
First Reindeer Run proves successful in raising money for Promise Scholars (December 2012)
Promise Scholars seeks to reward hardworking students (November 2012)
Boosting our college rate – Editorial by OMSD Superintendent (June 2012)
Region Can Reverse Educational Deficit – Editorial by Inland Empire United Way CEO (March 2012)
Promise Scholars program to aid Ontario-Montclair students (September 2012)
