activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 5
- Administers The Hillsdale Project for at-risk students College Transition MentorshipIdentifies talented students facing hardships and prepares them for Hillsdale College's Frederick Douglass Leadership Program through academic and vocational guidance; works with dozens of students annually.
- Hosts SEE Vision Series events Workforce Collaborative ConveningOrganizes multi-day Vision Summits, city-based Vision Roundtables (2–4 hours), and invitation-only Vision Dinners to convene academics, influencers, educators, and stakeholders for discussions on education and policy.
- Produces educational content and videosCreates and distributes educational videos and articles to engage students and highlight effective learning strategies, innovative practices, and trends in education.
- Provides college preparation and navigation support via SEE Prep College Counseling for Scholarship AccessGuides individuals through college entrance exams, financial aid applications, and enrollment processes, resulting in increased financial aid for 95% of participants and many securing full-ride scholarships.
- Runs the SEE Executive Internship and Mentorship Programs Youth Mentoring ProgramsOffers a selective internship program currently limited to five students and a mentorship program for at-risk students to support leadership and professional development.
research · 1
- Conducts education research and analysisAuthors and publishes white papers, articles, and analyses on education trends, successes, shortcomings, and innovative practices to inform policy and practice.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Executive Mentorship for Leadership Development mentorshipConnects high-potential students with C-level executives and business leaders to provide real-world insights into corporate leadership and strategic thinking, particularly supporting entrepreneurial ambitions.
- Individualized Education Pathways with Personalized Planning personalized educational planningUses assessments to identify students' passions and strengths, then creates customized roadmaps that guide them toward academic, vocational, or entrepreneurial paths based on personal fit and potential.
- Placement Services to Connect Students with Opportunities placement servicesAfter defining a student's educational or career path, actively connects them with appropriate institutions, apprenticeships, or workforce entry points to ensure next-step success.
- Standardized Test Preparation to Enhance College Access test preparationOffers an online test prep program (SEE Prep) designed to increase college-bound students’ test scores and improve their eligibility for scholarships and higher education opportunities.
- Vocational Guidance and Trade Alignment vocational guidanceSupports vocationally inclined students by investing time in personalized guidance to connect them with trade programs that align with their skills, interests, and career goals.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Executive Internship Program
Connects entrepreneurial students with C-level executives and business leaders for hands-on experience and mentorship.
SEE Prep
An online study program for college-bound students to boost test scores and improve scholarship opportunities. It also guides vocationally inclined students toward trade programs.
SEE Vision Dinners
Intimate, invitation-only gatherings for partners, donors, and stakeholders to highlight initiatives and showcase collaborations.
SEE Vision Education Roundtable
Community-focused discussions tackling specific pressing issues in education and policy in key cities.
SEE Vision Summits
High-impact, multi-day gatherings that convene experts, policy influencers, and educators to discuss education, meritocracy, and opportunity.
The Hillsdale Project
Prepares at-risk students for Hillsdale College’s Frederick Douglass Leadership Program and helps students understand their academic, vocational, or entrepreneurial options.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- August Busch III Partner — Tee Baur, a key figure in SEE's founding, was a bridge to August Busch III.
- Clay family of Enterprise Partner — Tee Baur, a key figure in SEE's founding, was a bridge to the Clay family of Enterprise.
- Hillsdale College Partner — Collaborates with Hillsdale College to prepare students for its Frederick Douglass Leadership Program.
- Hillsdale College Partner — Connects talented students facing hardships with opportunities offered by Hillsdale College through "The Hillsdale Project."
- Hillsdale College Partner — Held a Vision Dinner with Hillsdale College to forge alliances to restore educational excellence and opportunity.