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Stay connected, informed, and engaged with your daughter’s journey through DETOUR’s F.A.N.C.Y. Leadership Academy! This portal is your one-stop resource for program updates, event calendars, permission forms, student highlights, and important announcements.

  • Access field trip and event details
  • College resources
  • Program information

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Upcoming Events

Holiday Party

đź“… Date: Monday, December 15th

🕓 Time: 6pm - 7:30pm

Adult Celebration & Potluck 
📍 Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
404 Euclid Ave., San Diego, CA 92114

Youth Celebration & Potluck 
📍 Jackie Robinson YMCA
151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102

Join us for a day of joy and generosity as we host two holiday celebrations—one for the incredible adults at the Jacobs Center, and one for the amazing kids at the Jackie Robinson YMCA!

✨ How You Can Help: Bring a Self-Care Kit! We’re collecting donations to spread love and wellness this season.

Please bring items such as:

  • Skin care products
  • Face masks
  • Lip balm
  • Lotions

 

Youth Party: Please RSVP here and let sign up for the potluck!

Adult Celebration: Please RSVP here and let sign up for the potluck!
 

FANCY Self Care & Wellness Pop-up

📅 Date: Saturday, December 21, 2025 

đź•“ Time: 9am - 12pm

đź“ŤJackie Robinson YMCA 151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102

We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead at our FANCY Self-Care Studio + Wellness Pop-Up during the Jackie Robinson YMCA Holiday Teen Giveaway! This will be a “Girls Only” space focused on creativity and self-care, with stations for painting, nail art, and vision boards. You’ll take the lead in setting up and hosting the stations, helping other girls enjoy a relaxing and empowering experience. We’ll also have 10 volunteers from SDG&E joining us to support your efforts. This is your opportunity to demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and creativity—while making a meaningful contribution to your community. Wear your FANCY Gear! Let’s make this a fun, inspiring, and memorable day of empowerment and self-care!

2026 F.A.N.C.Y. Teen Girls Expo

📣 Save the Date! 📣

đź“… Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

🎟️Tickets: Here

We’re thrilled to announce that the 2026 F.A.N.C.Y. Teen Girls Expo is set for Saturday, March 7th! This one-of-a-kind event brings together hundreds of girls from across San Diego for a full day of empowerment workshops, inspiring guest speakers, performances, and access to college, career, and wellness resources. Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or community partner, you’re invited to be part of the movement to uplift and celebrate our future leaders! Stay tuned for more details on registration, vendors, and how to get involved!

F.A.N.C.Y. Teen Girls Awards Luncheon

📣 Save the Date! 📣

đź“… Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026

🎟️Tickets: Here

Join us for the 2026 F.A.N.C.Y. Awards Luncheon on Saturday, March 28th, as we honor extraordinary teen girls who are making a powerful impact through leadership, academics, volunteerism, and self-love. This uplifting afternoon will feature award presentations, inspiring speakers, and a celebration of the brilliance and resilience of girls of color in our community.  More details and ticket info coming soon!

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Monthly Parent Newsletter

Catch up on what’s happening each month at the F.A.N.C.Y. Leadership Academy! Our newsletter shares workshop highlights, upcoming events, and tips for supporting your daughter’s growth at home.

Purchase uniforms & F.A.N.C.Y. Gear!

Show your pride and support while looking your best!

Our uniforms are designed for comfort, style, and team spirit—perfect for Leadership Academy participants and volunteers who want to represent F.A.N.C.Y. with confidence.

Looking for more ways to show your support? Visit the F.A.N.C.Y. Gear Store to grab t-shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, posters, and more. Every purchase helps fund our programs, events, and scholarships that empower teen girls in leadership, STEAM, and community service.

✨ Wear it. Share it. Support the movement.

Resources

Guides and opportunities to support leadership, education, and personal growth. From scholarships to community connections, these resources help teen girls and their families thrive.

Meet the minds behind the Leadership Academy

Tinesia Conwright

Founder & Executive Director

Dedicated nonprofit executive and career development specialist passionate about empowering girls of color through leadership, education, and economic opportunity. Born and raised in Southeastern San Diego, her lived experiences inspired her to found DETOUR Empowers. 

Kimberly Lara

F.A.N.C.Y. Alumni

Program Coordinator

Kimberly began her journey as a high school volunteer and Ambassador. Now pursuing a veterinary degree in marine animal care, she mentors girls in the Leadership Academy and inspires the next generation of Latina scientists.

 
Angelique Patterson

Parent Liaison

Dedicated wife, mother of three, two-time FANCY mom, former cheer coach, community mentor, and owner of ANGLIQ Hair Collection, an online hair extension boutique.

 
Mjulela Nettles

 Parent Liason

As a 7 year FANCY parent, she operated an in home childcare that contracted with Navy Child Development Homes for 15 years. She now maintains and energizes the FANCY community as a project coordinator and parent liaison.

Denice Pappas- Caul

Education Liaison & Academic Support

As Education Liaison & Academic Support, Denice helps F.A.N.C.Y. girls strengthen study skills, set goals, and build confidence. They connect students with the resources and guidance needed to succeed academically while growing as leaders.

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