In light of the COVID-19 crisis, GLA staff & teachers are working tirelessly to provide critical resources and services to scholars and their families. Our scholars need examples of Beacons now more than ever and we hope that you will join us in these efforts.
The Beacon Fund supports every scholar every day. Gifts to the Beacon Fund have an immediate and lasting impact, equipping our scholars with the best possible education, complete with:
Rigorous Academics
Holistic Learning Experiences
Character & Culture
This holistic educational programming ensures that scholars leave GLA as Beacons: Beacons for their communities, Beacons for the next generation.
Rigorous Academics
At the heart of GLA’s mission is a belief that a rigorous focus on academic development is the key to our Scholars long term success. We’ve driven improvement by honing in scaffolded, rigorous curriculum that drives results; data driven, highly individualized instruction; a deep investment in teachers through professional development.
Holistic Learning Experiences
Since our founding, we have sought to foster critical thinking and problem solving skills with our scholars. We are investing in this priority through: Enrichment opportunities before & after school; summer programming; and learning experiences during the day, giving scholars access to a variety of opportunities to grow and discover their passions.
Character & Culture
Our Scholars have a diverse set of needs in terms of both classroom learning and social and emotional development. We invest deeply in social/emotional supports because trauma or environmental stressors prevents scholars from focusing on their academics. To support SEL, we have committed to additional social work supports; calm & responsive classroom techniques; and instruction of BE GREAT core values.