Where Students Excel

By connecting volunteers with students, we close the achievement gap.

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How it Works

Retired volunteers receive teacher training, and put their knowledge to use teaching students in small classes. Students in need receive free academic mentorship to help then achieve their goals.

Featured Mentors

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Mary Smith

Math and science teacher extraordinair. Mary teaches classes ranging from algebra to the science of planetary systems.

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Bob Jones

History and english buff. Joe is loved by all his students, and does an incredible job making history and other subjects a pleasure to learn.

Popular Classes

Math

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Programming

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Art

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Language

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