Succeed in School
Children and Youth who participate in Succeed in School will have opportunities to develop skills that help them:
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Persist in their education and increase in their desire to learn.
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Increase their hope and faith in Jesus Christ and His restored gospel.
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Feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a positive, collaborative learning experience.
Current Locations
Locations are approved based on academic need and the availability of local support. The following locations have been approved by the Church’s Board of Education.
Participants
Succeed in School classes are for youth ages 11 to 18 who may need additional help after school. Classes help support students in their efforts to complete secondary education, pursue university schooling or vocational training, and become lifelong learners. Succeed in School resources for primary age children are not currently available.
Succeed in School Classes
Succeed in School classes are guided experiences that strengthen reading, writing, speaking, and mathematics skills. Students also gain study and life skills and learn how to prepare for important exams.
Classes are designed to be places where students can ask questions, actively learn, and rely on their teacher and classmates to strengthen confidence and skills. They are also places where youth can build their faith in Jesus Christ and feel the Holy Ghost. Students receive the benefits of belonging to a group of active learners.
The Succeed in School classes are a supplement to but not a replacement for school. The skills students develop will help them with subjects they are learning in their local schools. Classes are usually taught after school in local meetinghouses by called (volunteer) teachers. Teachers do not need to be professional educators, but many have an educational background. They are provided with scripted lessons and other helpful materials to effectively teach the Succeed in School classes.
Classes are held under the direction of local Church leaders. They are supported by Seminaries and Institutes employees.
Succeed in School Resources
Succeed in School resources are lessons and activities for youth based on global curriculum standards of education. Understanding the local education needs of the youth can help leaders decide which resources may work best in their area.
Preview the available resources below.
Foundation mathematics, reading, and writing lessons help students learn skills at an upper primary level using scripture stories and interactive activities. Lessons are scripted, and they include teacher classroom management ideas, additional learning problems, and activities at different levels of difficulty. This resource is currently being piloted. It is available upon request.
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Intermediate lessons help students gain a solid foundation in junior secondary school reading, writing, and mathematics. The mathematics lessons teach mathematics as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The reading and writing lessons teach comprehension, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Click on an image to view the workbook.
Intermediate Mathematics Samples:
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Intermediate Reading and Writing Samples:
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For additional materials, please send us a request.
Study and Life Skills classes provide an opportunity for students to participate in targeted learning activities, complete their schoolwork, collaborate with other students, and receive mentoring about their academic planning. Classes are adapted to meet student needs, and students may select from 44 topics that teach study and life skills and test-taking strategies.
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The parent guide is a resource that helps parents better support their children in education. It includes practical ways to be more involved, to make learning a part of everyday life, to set goals to overcome obstacles, and to provide counsel from Church leaders about the importance of education. This guide is accessible to most parents and is translated in multiple languages.
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Exam preparation classes help students prepare for important exams. These classes can be held over a few days or several months. During class, students learn test-taking strategies and review practice problems. The exam preparation workbook is customized by local educators with support of Church leaders. This resource is available upon request.
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Overall Evaluation of Succeed in School
In 2019, an independent research evaluation was conducted to show the initial impact of Succeed in School (2018–19 school year). Students, teachers, parents, and Church leaders who were involved in Succeed in School participated in the research.
The data from reading and mathematics assessments revealed that students who consistently participated in Succeed in School significantly improved in their reading and mathematics skills. Most students also saw an increase in their overall academic performance in school. Student survey responses also show that the majority of students felt that Succeed in School classes positively impacted their ability to read and understand the scriptures, their attendance in church and seminary, and their faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Parents who were surveyed also reported similar positive impacts of Succeed in School classes on their children.
While those surveyed reported that Succeed in School added some required extra time and effort to their lives, they indicated that they felt the benefits of Succeed in School classes were very worthwhile.
