Basic Assistance to Students in the Community

BASIC, which stands for Basic Assistance to Students in the Community, is an organization created by Borregans for Borregans with the goal of improving their lives through education. Through a focus on pinpointed areas where such improvements can be made, BASIC has created the C2G or Cradle to Graduation program, which focuses on the 3 main targeted age groups and areas of study during these crucial periods. This includes early reading for students age 1-5 and second and third graders, middle school math and English, and scholarships. Programs include Dolly Parton Imagination Library, early childhood education, and summer Learning Academy which consists of 4 focused areas of study in math, reading, writing, and English language development. Finally, our scholarship program serves to benefit those pursuing college, university, or trade education. Our aim is to have well-rounded students from cradle to graduation, and in turn, have a happier healthier community.

Learning Academy is a summer 4 week, intensive education program offering over 100 hours of instruction to underachieving mainly Latinx Borrego students to move toward grade level proficiency. - reading at 3rd grade; math at 5th grade: and math at 8th grade. Two additional classes, one in English language fluency and the other a writing class, are offered for middle/high schoolers to increase English language capacity. A trained teacher and instructional aide lead each of the small classes (12 students/class). Testing data and best teaching practices are used to individualize instruction. Students are given the opportunity to shine in a small group setting while increasing skills and developing a love of learning. The relationships built between teachers and students is also invaluable. Relationships undergird successful teaching. The Learning Academy environment builds trust, affection, and understanding and skills.