Karl Johnson, Program Director | email: karl.johnson@uwdc.org
Achievement Connections
Make a difference while furthering your career
Recognizing achievement in algebra and geometry by 10th grade as a key indicator of high school graduation, Achievement Connections exists to support as many students as possible. And we’re actively seeking AmeriCorps members to serve as tutors in the area.
About Achievement Connections
Achievement Connections is a partnership between United Way of Dane County, the Madison Metropolitan School District, the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District and the UW-Madison Morgridge Center for Public Service. Together, we mobilize the community to support student achievement in algebra and geometry, by:
- Training and placing math tutors in these local school districts. Even if math’s not your strongest subject, we give you the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.
- Pairing students with a tutor for at least an entire semester, if not an entire year.
- Supporting AmeriCorps members with a team of volunteers and school staff, empowering them to work together and wrap around the content and the methods they’re using in class.
About Americorps
AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service – providing opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges to improve lives, strengthen communities and foster civic engagement through service. Our AmeriCorps members serve through United Way of Dane County during a 10-month service term and are placed directly within our partner high schools.
Benefits of AmeriCorps Service
- Living allowance.
- Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service.
- Loan forbearance during service.
- Health insurance for members serving 30+ hours per week.
- And more!
Apply with Achievement Connections to help local students succeed in math!
Current open positions: AmeriCorps Member – Tutor Coordinator and Math Tutor
Want to help but can’t make a full Americorps commitment?
Volunteer positions are available!
By signing up to volunteer with Achievement Connections, you’ll play a crucial role in improving graduation rates and academic performance for local students. Not to mention volunteering has some great benefits, including:
- Finding purpose
- Creating community
- Learning valuable skills
- Increasing happiness
- And more!
Volunteers are expected to tutor at least one hour per week for at least one school semester and must complete a background check and any required district training prior to starting volunteering.
Achievement Connections
Community Volunteer Application (2024-2025)