Mission Statement:
Red Door Jackson exists to build relationships, empower through education, and disciple in the way of Jesus Christ in Jackson, Mississippi.
Vision:
The vision of Red Door Jackson is to see our city strengthened through mutually transformational relationships that are rooted in the Gospel.
Goals:
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Equip students to develop healthy family and community Relationships by teaching and modeling relationship-building skills.
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Empower students to attain academic success through one-on-one tutoring that will get them beyond high school and to their careers.
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Encourage a life-changing understanding of Jesus Christ through one-on-one Discipleship and summer camp experiences.
What We Do:
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Provide free one-on-one tutoring to approximately 40 students from Kindergarten through 12th grade on a weekly basis.
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Partner with neighborhood schools to improve student academic success and personal growth.
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Collaborate with students’ families to ensure each student is best served.
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Provide hands-on experiences in the arts, science, and mathematics.
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Send students to a faith-based, overnight summer camp for a week of challenge and adventure.
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Encourage long lasting relationships between students and mentors through shared meals and activities outside of tutoring time.
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STAFF
Executive Director
Assistant Directors
Megan Voos and Talya Straughter
Coordinators
Lucia Duque Brister (Arts) and Stephanie Russell (Events)
Board of Directors
Heath Bennett (Vice President & Treasurer), Janee' Tisby (Secretary), Samuel Gregory (Legal Counsel)