Student Success Journey
Every Student Needs a Mountain Guide.
OWL — Opening Windows to Learning are like Sherpas — patient, steady, experienced. They don't carry the student up the mountain. They walk beside them, one step at a time.
The Climb
1
Student is nominated or referred
2
Parent / guardian consent is obtained
3
Student is matched with a mentor
4
Student receives weekly tutoring and mentorship
5
Student completes academic and character milestones
6
Student earns recognition
7
Student may qualify for local, state, or national awards
8
Top students may be considered for the D.C. Student Summit
Student Awards
Recognition that fuels growth.
Pearl Owl
Bronze Owl
Commitment
Ruby Owl
Silver Owl
Consistency
Sapphire Owl
Gold Owl
Growth
Emerald Owl
Platinum Owl
Leadership
Diamond Owl
Hero Scholar
Character & Achievement
Grand Diamond Owl
D.C. Summit Scholar
National recognition
Student Criteria
How students earn recognition.
AttendanceEffortRespectReading completionAcademic progressCharacter growthService projectMentor recommendationTeacher recommendationParent/guardian support