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School on Wheels, Inc.

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School on Wheels

School on Wheels makes a difference in the lives of homeless children by offering:

One-on-one weekly tutoring with a volunteer

Backpacks, school supplies and school uniforms

A toll-free number for kids to keep in touch with us (800-923-1100)

Assistance in entering school

Help in locating lost records

Guidance for parents in educational matters for their children

Two Learning Centers, one located in the heart of Skid Row and the other in South Los Angeles

Tutoring in seven major regions in Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.

Mission Statement

The mission of School on Wheels is to enhance educational opportunities for homeless children from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Our goal is to shrink the gaps in their education and provide them with the highest level of education possible. Our program serves as a consistent support system to homeless students at a time of great stress and fear. We bring the message to our students that they are cared about and important.


The Details

(34.041,-118.247)
 
  • Address
    600 E. 7th St.Los Angeles, CA 90021
  • Contact
    • Yadira Melgoza
  • Phone
    • 805-641-1678
  • Fax
    • 805-641-1686
  • Website
  • Interest Area
    • Advocacy & Human Rights, Children & Youth, Community, Education & Literacy, Homeless & Housing

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by Sinead C. (May 10, 2011)
Great volunteering opportunity. All training provided and students really need our help.
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