Our Education Development Initiatives
We ensure that adults and children are well educated and prepared for economic self-reliance in the 21st century through college credit courses and pre-college preparation.
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT LAYS THE FOUNDATION
And we're here for the duration, committed to the long-term with you with as many ways to help as possible. But let's start with what an education is - and what it isn't. Education is a process that never ends, not something that stops with a grade or age or piece of paper. Education is for everyone and happens anywhere, not something only certain people get that's confined inside the walls of a class room. Mostly, an education is a rocket ship that can take you wherever you want, not an anchor that holds you down because you don't have enough of it.
Much more than classes, and more like a lifetime friendship.
This is your Urban League. The Greater Stark County Urban League has been part of the community for more than 100 years. We've formed a deep understanding of the needs and concerns for the community's culture. We speak your language and never speak down to you. That's because we're here to elevate your life, to build you up like the friends that we are.
EQUITY (equitable opportunity)
Equality and equity are not the same thing, though both are essential to establishing true fairness. Equality guarantees that all individuals in a given system have equal rights, liberties and status. Equality helps different people have the same access to resources. However, without equity, equal access doesn’t take into account how the people themselves differ. If you look at the illustration below, you’ll see how all the people shown have equal access to wooden boxes that help them see the ballgame over the fence. Equity rearranges the boxes so that those who need none allow those who need some (or more) to use what they need to reach over the top of the fence — and reach equity. While we seek and celebrate equality in access to education, such as the ability to attend the same public school, more is needed. We help your young students attain equity in education, which is making sure that every child has what they need to succeed. These needs are different based upon the school and based upon the child.
Your Urban League customizes support for each child, considering the needs of that individual. We don’t provide the education or educational support, but collaborate with other organizations to get students what they need, all done with tremendous consideration for the cultural and economic situations facing all children.
EDUCATION SERVICES
Supporting learners of all ages through tutoring, GED prep, bilingual education, computer skills, and certification programs - from early reading to career advancement.
EMPOWERMENT (parental positivity)
Parents must be able to play an active role in the quality of their children’s education. They should play a part in the process, rather than merely serving as a recipient of what everyone else wants to do. We help empower parents and encourage their involvement by providing forums with the goal to help parents build relationships with teachers and principals at their local schools.
This initiative, which began in November of 2019, works in tandem with Community Conversations to solidify the effective combination of conversation and collaboration (though the effort has been slowed due to necessary precautions for COVID).
COMPUTER BASICS FOR SENIORS
Our Senior Computer Basics Class is a friendly and engaging computer class designed specifically for seniors aged 55 and older. In this course, we aim to simplify technology and empower you with the essential skills you need to navigate the digital world with confidence and ease. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this class is tailored to meet your needs.
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