2026 Graduation Information

Dear Parents and Guardians,
 
Congratulations, and thank you. Your commitment to bringing your daughter to the CBU campus each week has made a meaningful difference in her growth and experience in the Ignite Leadership and STEM program.
 
We are excited to share that all students who have successfully completed this 8-week session are invited to participate in our special Graduation Ceremony and Certificate Presentation. This milestone celebrates not only their completion of the program but also the confidence, skills, and knowledge they have developed along the way.

 

The ceremony will be held on

 

May 2, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Riverside Chamber of Commerce, 3985 University Ave. Riverside, CA 92501
(Free parking in the chamber parking lot)

 

Throughout the program, students received instruction in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), scientific experimentation, and journalism. These experiences were intentionally designed to strengthen critical thinking, research abilities, presentation skills, and leadership development—while also providing early preparation for college and future career pathways.
 
Our Saturday Ignite Leadership and STEM Academy program is structured to complement and enhance your daughter’s weekday academic experience, equipping her with tools to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
 
We are proud of each student’s dedication and progress, and we look forward to celebrating this achievement with you at the graduation ceremony.
 
Please note our last day of class will be Saturday, April 25, at CBU.

 

With gratitude,
 
Shirley Coates
President/CEO
Society of Extraordinary Women, Inc.
Direct: 310-567-9868
P.O. Box 21288
Riverside, CA 92516

 

"Empowering women and girls to discover their extraordinary selves through education, mentoring, personal development, financial literacy, and community involvement."