We are excited to share some important updates about the evolution of the Park City Education Foundation’s (PCEF) Bright Futures Program, which the organization announced in March, as we continue to enhance our support for first-generation students at Park City High School (PCHS). PCEF has traditionally staffed and run the high school portion of the Bright Futures program outside of the school day. For the 2025-2026 school year, PCEF will fund a certified, licensed counselor position inside PCHS to support every first-generation ninth- through twelfth-grade student in addition to the support of their traditional counselor. This will allow access to significant support within school hours, which is critical for students with packed extracurricular schedules, commitments to help family, and after-school jobs. First-generation students will no longer need to opt in to receiving additional support; they will automatically receive it.

Bright Futures’ college support next year will remain the same as in recent years. PCEF will continue to staff and fund a full-time College Program Manager who coaches and supports students in the Bright Futures program through their post-secondary journeys. The organization will also continue to provide financial support to students in the Bright Futures program in the form of emergency and need-based financial aid and scholarships.

Click here to find answers to common questions about our program’s growth and new initiatives, designed to ensure that every first-generation student has the support they need to thrive.