Ministries: Tutoring and Training, CALIFORNIA
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Blessed Sacrament School (Hollywood, CA)
Blessed Sacrament School helps children achieve their highest potential spiritually, intellectually and socially through a Catholic education that stimulates academic excellence.
Center for Equity and Excellence in English Learner Education and Research (Los Angeles, CA)
The Center for Equity for English Learners (CEEL) was established in 2006, with support from Bank of America, for the purpose of improving educational outcomes of English Learners (ELs). The Center's research and professional development agendas will inform leadership and instructional practices for the state's 1.5 million English Learners and the nation’s 3.5 million English Learners. CEEL’s mission is to pursue equity and excellence in the education of English Learners by transforming schools and educational systems through the Center's research and professional development agendas. An integral component of this work is the development of advocacy-oriented leadership. Educators who utilize students' cultural and language resources while developing students’ academic competencies have the potential to significantly transform schools and educational systems.
Dolores Mission School K-8 (Los Angeles, CA)
Dolores Mission School is a parochial school educating students in grades Kindergarten through Eight in the heart of Boyle Heights in East Los Angeles. We strive to serve the families of the greater parish community by offering their elementary school age children the academic and extracurricular programs necessary for them to achieve their fullest human potential in a safe and nurturing environment. By providing a variety of academic and enrichment activities, we hope to develop well-rounded children who are prepared academically, spiritually, physically, socially and emotionally.
Homeboy Silkscreen (Los Angeles, CA)
Started in 1996, Homeboy Silkscreen & Embroidery is currently the largest division of Homeboy Industries, employing at-risk and formerly gang-involved youth, giving them job skills and a living wage to assist them to become positive, contributing members of society.
IMPACTO (Imaginado Manana Pico Aliso Community Team Outreach) (Los Angeles, CA)
IMPACTO (Imaginando Mañana Pico Aliso Community Team Outreach) is an after-school academic enrichment program serving at-risk youth ages 6-18 in the Boyle Heights community. In an area plagued with poverty, a suffering public education system, and the threat of gang violence, the youth served by the IMPACTO program are provided with more than merely an after school program; they are given hope, encouragement, alternatives and a safe haven. The goal of IMPACTO is to motivate and inspire youth of Boyle Heights to develop as leaders in pursuit of education. Additionally, recognizing the importance of parent support to ensure our students complete high school and go on to college, IMPACTO provides personalized assistance for parents so that they are better equipped to deal with the often daunting educational system.
Ministry to Nursing Homes (San Francisco, CA)
Share time with the residents of local nursing homes through one-to-one visits and group events. Training provided.
Most Holy Trinity School (San Jose, CA)
We at Most Holy Trinity School draw all life in love to God through Worship, Prayer, Study and Good Works. As Catholic educators, we seek to emulate the teachings of Jesus and seek opportunities for prayer, model self-reflection and action. In a student-centered environment, we use best teaching practices to foster well-rounded academic growth and spiritual formation. This promotes practice of lifelong learning and interpersonal skills for each of our students; nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, technological, social, physical, and psychological potential of each member of our student community.
Notre Dame Elementary School (Santa Barbara , CA)
Notre Dame is a fully accredited Catholic Elementary School within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. We have a history of more than 100 years serving the community of Santa Barbara. Our school is located near the historic downtown area, close to museums, theaters, and many cultural landmarks. We offer Kindergarten through Eighth grade and have a licensed Preschool for children from 2 ½ years.
Our Lady's School (San Diego , CA)
Our Lady's School is the oldest Catholic elementary school in San Diego. For nearly 100 years we have provided our students with a loving environment in which they can develop their mind, body and spirit. Throughout the years, the members of our community have created a strong sense of family at our school. We invite you to join our community and become a part of our faith-filled tradition of excellence in Catholic education.
Proyecto Pastoral Early Childhood Education Centers (Sacramento, CA)
Formerly known as the Dolores Mission Women’s Cooperative, Proyecto Pastoral’s Early Childhood Education Centers began in April 1988 when a concerned group of mothers formed the neighborhood’s first child care cooperative. In response to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the first early learning site was formed as a means for amnesty-eligible women to seek employment and relinquish their public assistance. Today, our two centers—La Guarderia and Centro de Alegria—provide quality free to low cost early childhood education services to over 100 toddlers and pre-school age children. The children and families served by our centers are residents of the Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles community.
St. Ignatius Loyola Parish School (Sacramento , CA)
Since its founding is 1954, St. Ignatius Parish School has served the families of St. Ignatius Parish and the surrounding community. The school flourishes with a qualified and dedicated lay faculty, a policy-making school board, and the presence of the Jesuit fathers. St. Ignatius School boasts many graduates who have gone on to become leaders in their high schools, universities, and in their communities. Many return seeking the same quality education for their own children.
TEES Tutoring (Sacramento, CA)
St. Ignatius Loyola Parishioners began tutoring at Thomas A. Edison Elementary School September 2008. The school is in our parish neighborhood and is located at 1500 Dom Way. Because of our church's reputation for community outreach, the principal of Thomas Edison Elementary, Todd Lindeman, a St. Ignatius Parishioner, and Lou Fifer, Point West Rotary Member, our partners in tutoring, contacted our parish to ask our help in tutoring students who are seriously struggling with basic math and reading principles. Tutors needed: During the school day, before and after school. Make a difference in the education of a young student who needs assistance in his/her formative years!
Underwings Praxis (Los Angeles, USA)
“Taking Kids Under Our Wings”
The name Underwings comes from the idea that we are “taking kids under our wings" by caring for them and guiding them as they grow up to become young adults.
Mission Statement
The Mission of Underwings Praxis is to promote justice-oriented education for students at Loyola Marymount University through a process of immersion and accompaniment with the members of the Dolores Mission Community.
Underwings Praxis acts as a bridge between LMU and Dolores Mission as it seeks to create an atmosphere of solidarity between the two communities.
Underwings Praxis consists of 30-45 LMU students who participate in a year-long process of direct service, accompaniment, reflection, and concrete social change.
Members are required to attend one of the four sites: Underwings@Impacto After School Program, Homeboy Industries, Guadalupe Homeless Project and Christian Base Communities.
