Join the Campaign for College Opportunity on January 13, 2026, at the historic Crest Theater for  Class in Session: A Screening of 'The Class'. Following the screening, join a conversation featuring the film producers and cast members, among them Mr. Cam, the advisor who supported students throughout their journey in the series, as they share their insights with policymakers, students, and equity partners.  

This event is a unique opportunity to learn from students whose real-life stories underscore the urgency of equitable college access and the role of policy in shaping their futures.

ABOUT THE CLASS: 

The film follows the journey of six students from the East Bay community of Antioch, California, as they navigate their futures in higher education amid the turmoil of a pandemic year. With exceptional passion and determination, their college adviser, Mr. Cam, empowers the seniors at Deer Valley High School to overcome the challenges they face while ceaselessly fighting for their dreams of a college degree. 

From Tony- and Grammy-winning Executive Producer Daveed Diggs (Blindspotting, Snowpiercer, Hamilton), Executive Producer Nicole Hurd (President, Lafayette College), and award-winning filmmakers Jaye and Adam Fenderson (First Generation, Unlikely), this dramatic six-part series, filmed over the course of the 2020-2021 school year, captures an unprecedented moment in time and the universal stories of hope, resolve, strength and success found in the most unexpected places.

This moment matters. The experiences in The Class highlight the real challenges students face and the determination they bring to pursuing their goals. Their stories underscore why support, access, and opportunity remain essential for every student in California.