About the K-12 Scholars Academy

In most countries, a pronounced achievement gap exists between students from high socioeconomic status (SES) and low SES backgrounds.

The Abraham’s Tent Scholars Academy aims to bridge this gap by providing an accessible, safe, and supportive learning environment free of tuition for children in rural Guyana.

Current Program Goals

  • Provide a well-rounded K-12 education inclusive of core and elective subjects

  • Maintain tuition-free status through donor contributions

  • Staff highly qualified and experienced educators inclusive of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and IEP Teachers

  • Provide school supplies to accommodate all current grade levels

  • Maintain smaller class sizes in order to ensure personalized attention for each student

  • Offer in-school meals (breakfast and lunch), free to economically disadvantaged students

Future Program Initiatives

  • Complete construction of high school classrooms

  • Expand grade levels to encompass 8th through 12th grades

  • Provide adult education programs in literacy and technology

  • Establish after school and summer programs, activities, clubs and organizations. (Eg; Swimming lessons, chess, gymnastics, etc.)

  • Transition entirely to solar energy

  • Elevation Through Education

    Our Motto