About GivingTuesday

This Giving Tuesday, which takes place on Tuesday, November 30, we are highlighting SEED’s First Responders, the SEED teachers, counselors, resident advisors, donors, and administrators who have shown and continue to show up during our community’s—and our country’s—most challenging times.

Join us as we show appreciation for the dedication of SEED’s First Responders and help us welcome a new cohort of First Responders at The SEED School of Los Angeles County (SEED LA) opening in August 2022. Together, we can build upon our community of caring adults that go beyond the traditional idea of a teacher, administrator, or advisor: a community of First Responders.

Meet Vincent Carter-Bey

“We had to take a deep dive into our programming and find creative ways to make sure all 403 of our students still felt connected and supported. Knowing when a student needs help before they slip is key—and together, we provided the structure and guidance they needed.”

Meet Rosalyn Lake

“I make sure my lessons are engaging, based on exposure, scholar-led, and career-oriented, to ensure scholars are seeing beyond the classroom.”

Meet Justin Chiu

“My desire to help others and give back to the community is what initially brought me into the field of education as a classroom teacher.”

Meet Ashley Bargeron

“From our first meeting, students I advise know they are destined for college and that I will support them in that journey.”

About Us

SEED is the nation's first and only network of public, college-preparatory boarding schools designed for students who need and deserve a 24-hour learning environment to achieve their full potential. In classrooms, dorm meetings, dining halls, evening study halls, and exposure opportunities, our students become strong, determined, and self-aware. With the gift of time, we build a community of support that empowers students to own their educational journeys and succeed in college and beyond.

We know that our students’ journeys are not finished on their high school graduation day, so neither are we. From their senior year through their college graduation, every SEED student/graduate has a staff member dedicated to their success. Learn more about SEED's College Transition & Success program.

The 900 students we serve in D.C., Maryland, and Miami in grades 6 - 12 – and soon Los Angeles—and our 450 graduates across the country - prove every day what we already know: that ALL students can achieve success at the highest levels and realize their dreams. Our beliefs drive everything we do. To learn more about each school click here.

Thanking SEED's First Responders

Not every superhero wears a cape!

Team Members