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Academic Support
TORCH staff work with students to improve their education outcomes by providing the following services:
- Grade checks and goal setting
- Tutoring and homework help
- Push-in support as needed
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Social-Emotional Support
TORCH fosters a positive community that affirms students’ diverse identities and validates their need for belonging. We provide a safe and inclusive environment for students to connect with peers and caring adults.
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College and Career Exploration
TORCH staff organize additional activities for our students to explore postsecondary options. At the middle school level, we provide the following:
- Career Speakers
- High School Course Planning
- College Visits
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Summer Services
In 2021, Middle School TORCH launched the TORCH Summer Scholars program. TORCH Summer Scholars is a summer experience designed to provide fun, enriching, and exciting opportunities for TORCH students to build community, engage in experiential learning, and explore college and career pathways. Activities include community-building activities, college visits, learning from career speakers, outdoor adventures, and cooking and health education classes.