Young people need to learn and develop skills that will allow them to go on to college or into the world of work. Schools take the lead in helping children learn basic skills like reading, writing, mathematics, science computers and civics. They also help kids develop skills for college and work, such as problem-solving, creative thinking, teamwork and integrity. But schools and teachers need the help of involved parents and community members to identify and encourage these skills.

Also, students need tutoring and enrichment beyond the classroom in the form of job shadowing opportunities, internships, service-learning projects, apprenticeships, and life skills learned in the workplace to broaden their classroom experiences.

Did You Know
According to the US Department of Education, approximately 25% of all public high school students fail to graduate on time, if at all. Researchers have estimated that for African Americans and Hispanics, the graduation rate could be as low as 50%. 

The Program for International Student Assessment reports that among 15-year-olds from 39 nations who took standardized math tests, American students finished a dismal 24^th.

 

The US Department of Education found that upwards of 70% of fourth- and eighth- graders score below proficient in math and reading on the National Assessment of Educational Progress.

 

Take Action! 
Help provide kids with an Effective Education by organizing one of the projects listed on the right! Or, get creative and design a project of your own.