activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 6
- Academic Tutoring and Enrichment ProgramsOffers small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions, after-school programs, weekend, and summer programs for students in grades 1 through 12. These programs focus on academic foundations, English enrichment, and overall educational enrichment, leading to improved learning outcomes and communication skills.
- Career Readiness and Entrepreneurship Training Youth Workforce Readiness ProgramsDelivers career readiness programming through workshops, job shadowing, and guest speakers, and hosts Entrepreneurial Swap Meets where students gain hands-on experience in financial literacy and entrepreneurship by creating and selling products.
- College Admissions Counseling College Counseling for Scholarship AccessProvides one-on-one college counseling to students from 5th to 11th grade, including guidance on test selection (SAT/ACT), AP course strategies, and demystifying the application process for first-generation students. This service has helped over 10,000 students gain admission to selective universities.
- Community Engagement and Mentorship Youth Mentoring ProgramsProvides mentorship to support students' academic, emotional, and social development, organizes volunteer outreach events, and hosts annual holiday celebrations to strengthen community bonds and foster youth participation in community-building initiatives.
- SAT and ACT Test PreparationOperates SAT and ACT preparation programs designed to improve student scores, with evidence of students increasing scores by over 100 points and achieving scores qualifying them for merit scholarships and university admissions.
- Scholarship and Financial Aid Guidance Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAnnually awards scholarships to students demonstrating academic and personal excellence and provides guidance to connect students with financial aid opportunities.
capacity building · 1
- Youth Journalism ProgramOperates a Youth Journalist Club that trains high school students in journalism, leading to the creation and publication of student-led e-magazines shared with the public.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- College access and equity platform educational_equityEmpowers underprivileged students to gain admission to top-tier U.S. colleges through comprehensive readiness workshops, scholarships, resources, and parent engagement, aiming to close opportunity gaps based on socioeconomic status.
- Equity-centered volunteer and resource distribution equity-centered_volunteer_engagementAdvances educational equity by deploying volunteer support to reduce teacher burden, deliver targeted academic help to underresourced students, and distribute in-kind donations of essential items to reduce poverty and access barriers.
- Experiential and applied learning for real-world skills experiential_entrepreneurship_educationEngages students in hands-on, immersive learning experiences such as entrepreneurial swap meets to teach financial literacy, business skills, and customer interaction, promoting practical skill development through doing.
- Family and community-engaged education model family-engaged_educationStrengthens student outcomes by equipping families with tools through parenting workshops and building community connections, operating on the belief that empowered families and shared experiences enhance student success.
- Holistic youth development through mentorship and empowerment holistic_youth_developmentCombines mentorship, leadership opportunities, and resilience-building with academic support to foster student self-esteem, ownership of learning, emotional well-being, and identity development beyond test scores.
- Individualized student support and academic planning personalized_college_readinessUses one-on-one counseling, personalized academic advising, and tailored college readiness strategies to align education with students' learning styles, strengths, goals, and well-being, emphasizing depth over volume in course selection and focusing on authentic engagement.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
College Counseling and College Application
Guidance program assisting students with college applications, personal statements, and strategies to stand out in competitive admissions processes
College Planning
Workshops and counseling sessions for students in grades 5–11 to plan academic and college pathways
English / Reading / Writing
Reading Club and language programs designed to strengthen literacy as a foundation for academic success
Math
Instruction to build strong mathematical skills and reinforce educational success
Parenting Workshops
Workshops designed to equip parents with tools and strategies to support their children’s academic journeys and foster lifelong learning
SAT Preparation
Test preparation program focused on improving SAT scores in reading, writing, grammar, and math to help students meet college admission requirements
Science
Program led by top science teachers to help students reach their full potential in science subjects
Social Skills Training
Training to improve communication, empathy, relationship-building, active listening, and conflict resolution for personal and professional development
Speech and Debate
Program that builds communication, critical thinking, confidence, and academic performance through debate and public speaking training
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Azusa Lighthouse Mission Partner — Hosted a volunteer outreach event in partnership with student volunteers from ABC Educational Foundation.
- College Board Network — References College Board as the administrator of AP courses and exams in its guidance materials.
- Keystone Education Partner — Partner school mentioned in success stories and testimonials.
- Keystone Education Partner — Partner school that provides test preparation and college counseling.
- PA College Prep Partner — Partner school mentioned in success stories and testimonials.
- PA College Prep Partner — Partner school that helps students with SAT prep and college applications.