Higher Achievement has assembled a team of passionate social justice advocates to lead our scholars in becoming life-long learners.
From our dedicated staff to the National Board of Directors to the affiliate Boards of Advisors, the vision we’re working toward wouldn’t be possible without the whole Higher Achievement community.
Mentor and Volunteer Manager
DC Metro
Americorps Fellow
DC Metro
Learning Director, Ward 6
DC Metro
As Learning Coordinator for the Ward 6 Achievement Center, Alexis creates and fosters relationships between youth and our volunteer mentors and support our scholars academically, emotionally, and mentally through the hardships of middle school.
“I work at Higher Achievement because of their mission to close the education opportunity gap by providing knowledge and information.”
Director of Program Operations
DC Metro
Learning Director, Ward 4
DC Metro
Chavonte is leader of the Ward 4 Achievement Center, she works with school staff, community members, families, and Higher Achievement staff to make the Ward 4 Achievement Center a safe, positive, and effective learning environment where our scholars can grow and realize their potential.
“I work at Higher Achievement because I get to have a strong impact on the academic, social, and emotional development of middle school youth.”
Learning Director, Ward 7
DC Metro
Emena manages mentoring at the Ward 8 Achievement Center and work with the Ward 8 center staff to create a safe, impactful, and positive learning environment where our scholars can grow and realize their potential.
“I work at Higher Achievement because I enjoy having an impact on the scholars and the city I grew up in!”
Executive Director
DC Metro
James manages the Center Support Team – to offer strong org-wide trainings, services, and supports for Center staff across core elements of our program model.
“I work at Higher Achievement because I enjoy collaborating with scholars, families, and schools to support scholars’ academic and social growth.”
Learning Director, Brookland
DC Metro
Learning Director, Greenbelt
DC Metro
Mike is responsible for the recruitment, supervision, training, and support of volunteer teaching mentors, ensuring that they are able to implement the curriculum and actively engage scholars in learning. As a VSC, he also plans and executes center events, field trips, and other activities to enhance the scholars’ learning experience.
“I work at Higher Achievement because I am passionate about Higher Achievement’s mission, and this is the perfect position that will allow me to continue working with youth in the DMV area so that I can be an ally.”
