Impact on Education

“The room itself is a wellness tool. Students are served and supported simply by being in the room.” Tess Amer, a licensed counselor and certified teacher, oversees the Wellness Center at Fairview High School, a cozy and calming space that welcomes teenagers seeking mental health support. Join us for a behind the scenes look at how these innovative spaces support youth across six high schools in the Boulder Valley School District. https://lnkd.in/gtVxShxD

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the 2024 Imogene Maxon New Teacher Award: Ash Mattys from Fairview High School! 🏆🍎 Her nominator shared that "when you're in Ash's class, one is quick to forget that we're in an English class. If you don't keep an eye open, you'll swear you're in an after-school student club, self-help seminar, college literary society, and journalistic roundtable all rolled into one." 👏 Congratulations, Ash! Thank you for your commitment to education and for being a shining example of the positive change one person can bring to our community. Here's to many more years of inspiring and nurturing young minds! 🌱✨

Jessica Grant Van Lankvelt, a literacy interventionist at Alicia Sanchez Elementary School, is making a difference for emerging bilingual readers. Thanks to her initiative and an Academic Opportunity Fund grant from Impact on Education she's built an after-school Reading Club! “Students feel empowered and like they are part of a team,” she says. “And their parents have been very supportive and encouraged by the extra help given to their students.” Learn more about how Jessica partners with community volunteers and students from Peak to Peak Charter School to provide these Boulder Valley School District students access to opportunities to grow as readers.

"The experience was eye-opening around what I thought I knew about teenagers. It was positive and exciting to learn more about Impact on Education, and the volunteer team was energized, positive, and varied, which was great to experience and be part of." Emily volunteered for a session of mock interviews with students in our Career Readiness Academy. These workshops help Boulder Valley School District students build confidence and prepare for real-world challenges ahead. They also offer a unique opportunity for community volunteers to engage with the next generation, sharing their expertise and learning in the process. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNWabSeB

Ema Lyman is a McKinney Vento specialist and child welfare liaison with Boulder Valley School District and a member of our Board of Directors. Learn about her childhood in Chile, her education journey, and why she’s dedicated to empowering young people through education.

We're seeking a Director of Development to lead us into a dynamic new chapter of growth. Are you visionary, strategic and collaborative? Join our team to drive a comprehensive development program, engaging and cultivating a diverse donor base through innovative and community-centric fundraising. Learn more or apply here: https://lnkd.in/gBQDMi4

We're looking to add an experienced grant writer to our team who can help grow the program and deepen our investments with Boulder Valley School District. If you or someone you know is collaborative, process-driven, and a skilled writer, check out the full job description on our website: https://lnkd.in/gBQDMi4

We’re grateful for your support and know the students and educators in the Boulder Valley School District community feel the same 💖

"We have historically asked students to make choices about their careers after leaving high school." — Governor Jared Polis This is one reason we're proud to support the Boulder Valley School District GradPlus framework and why we lead a Career Readiness Academy helping high school sophomores explore their passions, learn professional skills, and explore possible paths they can take after graduation.

Please join us in thanking Allison for her exceptional leadership and commitment to students in the Boulder Valley School District community. Her dedication and passion for our mission have been instrumental in shaping and growing the impact of our work.