Alvarez trained student mentors, and I managed the small administrative budget.

Parents continued to arrive with questions about forms, deadlines, and possibilities.

Selena no longer needed to lead every session.

She had her own applications to complete.

She made a calendar with target dates, backup choices, scholarship requirements, and realistic costs.

We met with Elena again to review the education account and discuss what the family could responsibly contribute.

Some funds had been restored through Gavin’s repayments.

Some had come from Selena’s work and gifts.