WHAT WE DO
Khadeejah began G.R.I.T. Vlog inspired by the work of Angela Duckworth to provide parents with activities and tools that encourage Grit, Real-World connections, Independence and Critical Thinking. All skills that are missing for typical education settings however, are necessary for generation ‘Z’ children.
PURPOSE:
Studies show the achievement gap persist given the following barriers: lack of and/or negative of parent involvement, educating the family to ensure engagement; unable to provide highly effective academic programing; unintentional implementation of inclusive equitable school culture.
MISSION:
EdGap Closers exist to close the achievement gap by eliminating the barriers that impede students from accessing learning by addressing race, culture and equity as means of action intentionally in education.
VISION:
Edgap Closers seeks to actualize schools that engage the family, provide highly effective academics and inclusive equitable school culture.
MATH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & INSTRUCTIONAL COACHING
Khadeejah Smith’s instructional expertise extends from early elementary through high school where she has experience teaching at all levels. Although she loves instructional learning in all academic areas she provides coaching for:
Math: Math foundations PreK-12, Making Fractions Fun K-8, Making Meaning of Algebraic Concepts 6-12 (1 Hour each)
School/Classroom Culture (1-2 Hours)
Building Positive Relationships that Impact Management (2-3Hours)
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Khadeejah Smith truly believes parent/guardian engagement drastically impacts a Childs achievement in school. She holds to the truth that bridging the learning between home and school will foster connections with children that make learning relevant and authentic. Khadeejah Smith provides a 2-3 hour training that involves the teacher and administrator around, Building Impactful Relationships with Parents that Increase Student Achievement.
