Communities of need have historically been underserved, and this has in-part contributed to gaps in learning. The global pandemic has continued to adversely impact public health, the economy, and the world of education. It is well documented that students in communities of privilege, have had access to the necessary educational resources throughout this crises. This has allowed students in such communities to continue making progress in their educational journeys. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for large numbers of student within communities of need. High need communities have been disproportionally impacted by this global crises. This disparity is unfortunately true across all sectors, and is especially true in education. Students in our communities, the students that have the most to gain from access to high-quality education, have been most impacted. Students are experiencing significant degrees of interrupted education, and the impact will be felt for generations.

Our work is to look within our own communities to create the necessary change. We believe that solutions are within arms reach, and that connecting the right dots can provide the right solutions. Our tutoring initiative connects students-to-students and creates educational support networks for the students most in need. Students in grades 8 - 12 with strong academic histories, are being connected with students in grades 2 - 12 that need academic support. The student tutors are in the best position to make real connections with other students, and these meaningful relationships are the foundation that sparks learning.

A wealth of research (and common sense) have proven that students learn best from one another. They have an inherent relationship that cannot be replicated. Our platform allows students to understand the power they possess, and unlock their ability to make a meaningful and lasting impact. Students need to understand that they are the solution.