Middle school is a period of transition.
We want to help students stay on track.
Middle school is a complicated time for every student. As students grow and evolve, it is critical that they stay engaged and connected in school in order to stay on track to graduate high school on time. We believe all students deserve the opportunity to succeed in school. That is why we are committed to keeping students engaged through the middle school years.
Programs

It’s never too early to begin preparing young people with the skills needed to succeed in the workforce. We bring local volunteers into the picture to help students grow and sharpen these skills.
Learn More2023 Funded Partners
- Art180 Community-Based Programs
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Community-based Mentoring
- Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Virginia Young Men finding a safe space to overcome barriers
- Communities in Schools of Chesterfield Fostering School Engagement and Success
- Higher Achievement Program Closing the Middle School Opportunity Gap
- MENTOR Virginia (formerly Virginia Mentoring Partnership) Training and Quality Assurance
- NextUp RVA Creating Access to Opportunity
- Peter Paul Development Center Middle School Education
- The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club
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A Prepared & Empowered Future Workforce
The job market has gone through big changes in the last decade, and it can be difficult to secure a steady job with a sustainable income. We want to help equip young people in our communities with the skills needed to land such a job and lay a foundation for financial stability later in life.