(2026-2027) The Opportunity Network College Success Fellows Contract

Hi, Fellows! Welcome to your '26-'27 OppNet Contract!

Thank you for taking the time to review the 2026-2027 OppNet College Fellows Contract.

This form will include all of the expectations that we have for your continued participation in The Opportunity Network Fellows Program.

As an OppNet Fellow, we consider you to be a young professional, and have outlined expectations of your participation within the Fellows program that should reflect the actions we hope you will exude in your professional journey.

We understand that life happens and we are here to support you in your growth and development through programming, counseling, and community.

We ask that you thoroughly read and review the terms listed before digitally signing at the end.

If you have any questions or run into errors, please email collegesuccess@oppnet.org.

What's your Information?

First Name

Last Name

Please spell your name phonetically. For more information and examples, see here.

Email Address

OppNet Class Year

Are you attending College/University in the fall?

YesNoUnsure

Please explain your current circumstances:

What is the name of the College/University you will be attending?

Permanent Mailing Address

What is your home (permanent) mailing address?

City/Town

State

Zip Code

School Mailing Address

What is your mailing address while you're at school?

City/Town

State

Zip Code

Programming Intensives Expectations

OppNet is operating as a hybrid program this year, meaning that we intend to offer both virtual and in-person programming. Details will be announced closer to events and workshops.

Fellows are Expected to Attend:

Winter Conference (Early-Mid January)
o   Winter Conference Workshops
o   Asynchronous Content on UninterruptED

Summer Series (Early-Mid July)
o   Summer Series Workshops
o   Asynchronous Content on UninterruptED
o Back to OppNet Night (August)

I have read the Programming Intensives Expectations and agree to attend Winter Conference Programming and Summer Series Programming.

I Agree

I Disagree

Check-In Expectations

To fulfill any check-in requirement, Fellows must sign up for a check-in via Calendly and complete a very brief survey 24 hours before checking in.

Check-Ins for all Fellows

o   Pre-Matriculation Check-Ins (only required for first years)
o   September Check-In
o   October Check-In
o   November Check-In
o   March Check-In
o   April Check-In
o   May Check-In

I have read the Check-In Expectations and agree to complete a check-in during the designated periods each semester.

I Agree

I Disagree

Surveys and Forms Expectations

Fellows are expected to complete two major surveys throughout the year.

o The College And Career Assessment, due in February. The data from this assessment is key for the Career Success Team to find summer opportunities that are a good fit for you!

o The End of Year Survey, due in August. We are always looking to improve our programming for current Fellows, and the best way to do so is by getting your feedback directly.

I have read the College Success Surveys and Forms Expectations and agree to complete this year’s OppNet College & Career Assessment and the End-of-Year Survey.

I Agree

I Disagree

College Success Internship and Career Expectations

Fellows are encouraged to participate in a meaningful summer opportunity related to their career interests.

Fellows are expected to:

o Lead their summer opportunity search independently and take initiative to reach out to resources, including but not limited to OppNet.

o Maintain a high level; of responsiveness and professionalism throughout the summer opportunity placement process.

o Communicate with OppNet when a summer opportunity has been secured or plans are finalized, whether found through OppNet or independently.

o Continue to build and sustain their professional networks throughout the year.

I have read and I agree to the College Success Internship and Career Expectations.

I Agree

I Disagree

Additional Expectations

College Fellow Community Expectations

o Contribute to the OppNet community in order to maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment.

Professionalism Standards in a Virtual (Zoom) Setting

Students are expected to engage in the following ways:

o Completing pre-work prior to session(s)

o Participating in the chat

o Having cameras turned on whenever possible

o Active listening

o Unmuting to participate

o Being mindful of not interrupting facilitators or classmates

I understand, have read, and I agree to the College Fellow Community Expectations.

I agree

I disagree

Communication Expectations

Fellows are expected to:

o Respond to OppNet emails, texts, and phone calls in a timely manner.

o Notify OppNet staff of any changes in contact information using OppNet Portal, or by communicating directly with the College Success team.

If experiencing any challenges or obstacles on campus, I agree to inform OppNet staff during and outside of formal check-ins, understanding that:

o I will drive the communication between myself, OppNet staff, and any relevant school administrators.

o Anything I talk about or share with OppNet staff – including my records and information – while always handled in a private manner, may be shared with OppNet staff (including a licensed social worker), school administrators, or medical professionals if OppNet is concerned about my safety or well-being at any time.

I understand that communications from OppNet come from:

o The HUB – the Monthly College Success newsletter, arriving the First Friday of each month.

o Career Success Newsletters.

o Emails from my Checker-Inner.

o Announcements and Invitations from the College Success team.

o Text updates and Announcements.

o Alerts from OppNet Portal.

o Community Statements and Announcements from OppNet and our CEO Jessica Pliska.

I know that I can view my OppNet status by logging into OppNet Portal at any time.

I know I can check announcements and find assignments on the OppNet Portal and view coursework on the UninterruptED platform.

I understand, have read, and I agree to adhere to the Communication Expectations.

I Agree

I Disagree

Wellness Supports

o Crisis counseling for immediate and extreme distress

o   Case-management: 1:1 collaboration around reaching your wellness goals/needs and finding resources about and identify resources to meet wellness needs.
o   Individual Counseling: 1:1 counseling around relationships, identity, feeling down, stressed or anxious, etc. with a Wellness team member for one or more short-term counseling sessions.
o   External Counseling: referrals to external organizations/counselors for mental health

You can access OppNet’s Wellness services by:

o Requesting a Wellness Check-In Appointment with the Student Services & Wellness Support Request Form.
o Sending an email to wellness@opportunitynetwork.org to start a conversation with a Wellness team member.

I understand the Wellness Supports offered this year at OppNet.

I Agree

I Disagree

Affinity Spaces

Affinity Spaces are a space for Fellows to connect around shared identities. Fellows can choose to attend:

o Community-building events, centered around shared identity, held during seasonal Programming Intensives (January & July).
o Informal discussions, calls, and participation in group chats.

I understand the Affinity Space Offerings this year at OppNet

I Agree

I Disagree

College Success Status Overview

Twice each year, OppNet reviews each Fellow to see if they are engaged in their OppNet expectations. If you are not meeting the expectations outlined in this contract and have not been in communication with OppNet as to why, your status will shift according to the definitions below. Note that our intention is not to penalize you, but to ensure that OppNet continues to provide a meaningful experience to you and your peers.

We understand that the ability to meet OppNet expectations might fluctuate at times, and that is normal. Becoming re-engaged and changing your status begins with communicating and sharing how OppNet can best support you. Our number one priority is that you feel comfortable sharing with OppNet how we can best support you.

OppNet Fellows can hold the following statuses:

Active:

Attends Required workshops, meetings, and events and meets expectations as outlined in the OppNet contract.
Stays in communication with OppNet Teams (college Guidance & Transition, College Success, and Career Success).
Communicates with your checker-inner and/or the College Success email when you are not able to attend sessions or meet requirements.

Pending:

Status in OppNet is under review following a previous shift in status or due to a lack of engagement

Sabbatical:

Has notified OppNet of a life circumstance that requires stepping back from programming and communication.

Dismissed:

· Has not re-engaged with OppNet after receiving a ’pending’ status for a year or more.

I have read these terms, and understand that my status with OppNet depends on my completion of the expectations outlined in this contract.

I agree

I disagree

Emergency & Accountability Contact Information

OppNet collects Emergency Contact information from Fellows as they enter the program and we understand that these contacts may change over time. This information is confidential and will be used only in case of an emergency.

Emergency & Accountability Contacts

OppNet staff might reach out to your emergency contacts for a variety of reasons listed below. The list is not exhaustive and OppNet staff may reach out to your Emergency or Accountability contacts to complete an OppNet Wellness Check if they are concerned about your safety or wellbeing, in consideration of possible risk factors.

Emergency: Illness or injury at OppNet or on OppNet-related travel/trips

- To authorize medical follow-up

Emergency: Student shares suicidal ideation or attempt (even 18+)

- For information and notification (crisis); to add a layer of support (safety plan)

Emergency: Emergency situation at or around OppNet physical location (e.g. terrorism, fire, active shooter, exposure to illness)

- For information and notification

Emergency: Student shares they are in danger (e.g. they are in a living situation where they are being forced against their will to be there, they are on their way to the hospital)

- To add a layer of support

Non-Emergency: To complete an “OppNet Wellness Check” after prolonged period of inactivity/unresponsiveness from student (a semester)

- To learn if there’s extenuating circumstances in the student’s life that we might be able to support or provide support to the family for

- To gather if contact information has changed / student has moved

- NOT to consequence or discipline

- If we don’t hear back from the student or their contact (or we hear that they’re okay but still don’t re-engage), follow-up communication will cease.

Emergency Contact 1 Information – Required

For Fellows under 18, Emergency Contact 1 must be a parent/guardian. You can choose an accountability contact for non-emergency situations. Fellows who are 18 and older can choose the same person (or different) for emergency contact & accountability contact and it does not need to be a parent.

Emergency Contact 1 Name:

Emergency Contact 1 Relationship to Student:

Emergency Contact 1 Full Address (including City, State, and Zip Code)

Emergency Contact 1 Best Contact Email

Emergency Contact 1 Home Phone #

Emergency Contact 1 Cell Phone #

Emergency Contact 2 Information – Optional

Use this space to provide an additional Emergency Contact in the event that your primary Emergency Contact cannot be reached.

Emergency Contact 2 Name:

Emergency Contact 2 Relationship to Student:

Emergency Contact 2 Full Address (including City, State, and Zip Code)

Emergency Contact 2 Best Contact Email

Emergency Contact 2 Home Phone #

Emergency Contact 2 Cell Phone #

Accountability Contact Information - Required

You can choose an accountability contact for non-emergency situations. Fellows who are 18 and older can choose the same person (or different) for emergency contact & accountability contact and it does not need to be a parent.

Accountability Contact Name

Accountability Contact Relationship to Student

Accountability Contact Best Email

Accountability Contact Home Phone #

Accountability Contact Cell Phone #

Medical + Health Information

This information is confidential and will be used only in case of an emergency.

Medical Information

Are you currently under any type of medical treatment?

YesNo

Please explain:

Healthcare Information

Primary Physician's Name:

Primary Physician's Phone #:

Health Insurance Carrier:

Health Insurance Phone #:

Subscriber's ID #:

Subscriber's Group #:

Please upload an picture/scan of your insurance card.

Are you currently, or have you within the past few years been under psychiatric treatment?

YesNo

Please explain:

Please list any medications you are currently taking:

Please list any allergies you have:

Please check all of the following medical conditions you have or have ever had:

Fainting spellsDiabetesConvulsionsDepressionHeart troubleAsthmaBipolar disorderLung troubleSinus troubleADHDUlcerAny behavior endangering myself or othersOtherNone

Other Medical Condition(s):

Please provide additional information about conditions, situations, and/or medications indicated above. Please list the specific allergies and the names, dosages, and times taken for any medications.

1099 Consent

I hereby consent to receive my form 1099 and associated tax documents electronically to my email address from The New York Opportunity Network, Inc. for the 2026 tax year and all future years until I revoke this consent in writing.

I agree

On the following page, you have the option to complete a FERPA release form.

What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of your educational records. It gives you control over who can access information such as your grades, enrollment status, and academic progress.
Why This Matters:
As part of our work supporting you, The Opportunity Network is requesting your permission to allow your college to share relevant academic information with us. This helps us provide better support throughout your college journey.
Your Choice:
Signing the FERPA release form is completely optional. If you choose not to sign, your college will not be able to share your information with us.

Would you like to complete a FERPA release form?

YesNo

FERPA CONSENT TO RELEASE STUDENT INFORMATION TO THE OPPORTUNITY NETWORK

This Consent does not cover medical records – contact the appropriate office directly for consent forms. With certain defined exceptions, an education record is any record, maintained by an institution or agent of the institution where a student can be personally identified. Records may be handwritten, in the form of print, magnetic tape or disk, or any other medium. Records include transcripts or other records obtained from a school in which a student was previously enrolled.

TO: [Name of College Official/Department that will be releasing the education records]

Please provide information from the educational records of:

[Name of Student requesting the release of education records]

to: the Opportunity Network. [Name(s) of person/organization to whom the education records (see below) will be released, and if appropriate the relationship to the student such as “parents” or “prospective employer” or “attorney”]

A. The only type of information that is to be released under this consent is:

Transcript Disciplinary records Recommendations for employment or admission to other schoolsAll records requested by The Opportunity NetworkOther (specify)

Other (specify):

B. I give permission for (insert college/university name):

to communicate with The Opportunity Network about relevant social and academic concerns that may arise related to my college success, even though these records may not be written down.

C. The information is to be released for the following purpose:

Ensuring that I am receiving the proper academic and social support on campus Family communications about university experience Employment Admission to an educational institution Other (specify)

Other (specify):

C. I understand the Opportunity Network may receive information orally, in the form of copies of written records, or via another method agreed to by the institution. I have a right to inspect any written records released pursuant to this Consent (except for parents’ financial records and certain letters of recommendation for which the student waived inspection rights). I understand I may revoke this Consent upon providing written notice to [Name of Person listed above as the College Official permitted to release the educational records]:

I further understand that until this revocation is made, this consent shall remain in effect and my educational records will continue to be provided to the Opportunity Network.

Student Name (print):

Student ID #

Signature Page

To indicate that you have fully read and filled out this contract, please put your information below to represent your signature.

I certify that I have thoroughly read this contract and all documents herein and I will abide by it.

I am signing this contract of my own free will and have checked off each of the above statements because I agree with them and am willing to adhere to each clause.

I understand that failure to uphold any aforementioned clause without communication with the OppNet team may affect my access to OppNet's professional network and support (e.g., internship opportunities, informational interviews, and funding) as well as my good standing in the program, leading to a shift in my status in the program.

Fellow’s Information

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Date

Parent/Guardian Information (if Fellow is under 18 years old)

First & Last Name (Parent/Guardian)

Date

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