All in-person CEP tutoring services have been suspended due to Covid - 19. Please click here for virtual resources to use with your student.
CEP is currently accepting applications for new Virtual Tutors who are California residents and
16 or older. For more information or to apply, please visit our Volunteer Information page.
All California volunteers are welcome, however, CEP will prioritize volunteers who are local to the Bay Area, willing to transition to in-person tutoring when safe, and able to commit to volunteering for at least six months.
CEP is currently accepting applications for new Virtual Tutors who are California residents and
16 or older. For more information or to apply, please visit our Volunteer Information page.
All California volunteers are welcome, however, CEP will prioritize volunteers who are local to the Bay Area, willing to transition to in-person tutoring when safe, and able to commit to volunteering for at least six months.
The Need
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300K
There are nearly 300K homeless youth in California |
25%
Fewer than 25% of homeless students in California will graduate from high school |
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15%
of homeless 4th grade students proficient at reading |
19%
of homeless 4th grade students proficient at math |
17%
of homeless 8th grade students proficient at reading |
15%
of homeless 8th grade students proficient at math |
Our Response
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One-on-one Tutoring
Our students get matched with tutors who provide high-quality, individualized tutoring and mentoring |
The Tools To Learn
Our students receive backpacks, school supplies, and books as needed throughout the school year |
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Support Early Literacy
Our Early Literacy Campaign includes a Summer Reading Club, Family Reading Nights, and targeted literacy support for our students. |
Raise Awareness
We raise awareness about and advocate for homeless youth and their educational rights wherever we can - with educators, politicians, the media, funders, local communities, and universities. |
Collaborate
We work with educators, housing providers, libraries, and other community organizations to better meet the various needs of our students. |
