MISSION
SMART champions education equity by supporting students in overcoming systemic barriers on their journey to a college degree.
VISION
We envision a community with equitable pathways to college graduation for every student in San Francisco.
VALUES
COMMUNITY
We build a community that celebrates diversity, thrives on teamwork, and appreciates everyone’s contributions. Through community, we are stronger.
EQUITY
We are committed to systems and processes that are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people the opportunity to belong, participate, and reach their full potential.
EMPOWERMENT
We believe the path to empowerment and self-advocacy is through the encouragement, support, and guidance of those around us.
LEARNING
We believe education and life-long learning enhance our understanding of our world, our place within it, and provide the tools to change it. Through embracing challenges and learning opportunities, we make progress.
JOY
We center joy in our community and practice. We view joy as an act of liberation, which unleashes creativity, strengthens relationships, and propels the work that we do.
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Our Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity
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