HWSC: ‘If not for Hillside, my life would have surely taken another path’

Jul 13, 2023 | HWSC, Success Story

As he entered high school, Casanova Burgos had heard good things about participating in the Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection program. He knew he would benefit from HWSC’s academic supports, and he was interested in the employment-skills training and placement that...

Patricia Washington Named Regional Director for HWSC Utica Expansion

Jun 23, 2023 | News

Hillside has named Patricia Washington Regional Director of the Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection (HWSC) program in Utica. In this newly created role, Washington will oversee HWSC’s Utica team as they deliver a proven core model of services to participating...

Grad Season Begins with HWSC Senior Celebration in Prince George’s County, MD

May 15, 2023 | News

Every year, Hillside honors the achievements of soon-to-graduate high schoolers participating in Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection. The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the usual traditions of formal in-person ceremonies, but the Prince George’s County team kicked off...

Digital Equity, and the Power of Partnerships

Apr 26, 2023 | CEO Message

Hillside is a part of the communities we serve. Through the services we provide, youth and families are empowered to achieve the stronger futures they deserve. Their successes benefit us all—which makes community partnerships particularly invaluable in helping our...

Hillside Mourns the Passing of HWSC Leader Karene Brodie

Apr 24, 2023 | News

The Hillside community mourns the passing of Karene Brodie, a passionate advocate for young people and a leader of the Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection program in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Ms. Brodie died Friday, April 21, following a brief illness. Ms....