In schools across the country, students are facing more than just schoolwork.
Every student deserves someone they can turn to at school – someone who helps remove the barriers that get in the way of learning.
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SparkWheel places a caring adult in schools who connects students to food, resources, and support, so they can stay in school and focus on learning.
The Problem
Students are showing up to school carrying more than a backpack.
Food insecurity. Stress. Unstable housing. Falling behind in class.
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These challenges don’t stay at home.
They show up in the classroom.
And when they go unaddressed, students fall behind.
The Solution
But when those barriers are removed, everything changes.
A student stays in class.
A teacher can focus on teaching.
A parent breathes a little easier.
A future gains momentum.
What SparkWheel Does
SparkWheel partners with schools to connect students and families to the support they need - emotionally, academically, and practically.
This includes:
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Connecting students to mental health and behavioral resources
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Supporting schools and families in addressing attendance challenges
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Helping meet essential needs like food, clothing, and housing
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Connecting students to academic supports and community resources
Proof
Our approach works. Across SparkWheel schools:
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96% of seniors graduate
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96% improve academically
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78% improve attendance
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86% improve behavior
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96% improve in life skills
Our Reach
SparkWheel supports tens of thousands of students across multiple communities, partnering directly with schools to ensure students have what they need to succeed.
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30,000+ students served
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60+ school partnerships
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500+ community partners
Students don’t succeed alone.
But with the right support and people who choose to be part of it, they can.
