We give hard-working families personalized, ongoing support along the path from preschool to college.

Our Navigators

Personal, Professional Guidance

Our Navigators combine expert knowledge of schools with a deep understanding of our communities. Most are accomplished former teachers, school leaders, or counselors, and all have passed a background check, received privacy training and adhere to a strict code of confidentiality. 

They’re like pediatricians for your educational health, and they’re always ready to answer questions, troubleshoot problems, and get things done. In a recent survey, 95 percent of EdNavigator members said that their Navigator is "the person I trust most for information and advice about education issues." 

Help that Finds You

Your Navigator will meet with you at your workplace—or wherever is most convenient for you—to develop a customized educational plan. They’ll help: 

  • Set clear learning goals
  • Choose the right school and explore financial options
  • Communicate with teachers and administrators
  • Analyze grades and progress
  • Answer your questions via phone, text, or email whenever you need advice

Meet Our Navigators

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Our Approach

1

Sign Up

You can register to become an EdNavigator member through your employer, a participating community organization, or our website. Members can receive help with their child’s education or with their own learning goals.

2

Review Records

After registering, you’ll be connected to your Navigator. If you’re a parent, we’ll start by carefully reviewing your child’s academic records. If you’re an adult learner, we’ll talk about where you are and where you want to go.

3

Make a Plan

Your Navigator will help you set clear short- and long-term goals, from getting your child into college to helping you get a degree while balancing work and life. Then together, we’ll create a concrete plan for achieving those goals.

4

Take Action

Your Navigator will offer direct, hands-on assistance to help you turn your plans into reality—which may include going with you to school meetings, coaching a child on effective study habits, or connecting you to available community resources.

5

Stay on Track

Our Navigators specialize in keeping families on track for success in school and beyond. As you work toward your goals, EdNavigator will be there for you every step of the way, no matter what challenges or opportunities arise.

Our Knowledge

Stronger Schools,
Stronger Communities

Our priority is helping you get the education you want for yourself and your family. Through our work, we also strive to strengthen local schools and communities in a way that benefits everyone. 

Shining a Spotlight
on Family Needs

We’re always sharing new information and resources that help families stay on track while encouraging schools to be more responsive to student and parent needs. Read more about what we’re learning.

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Resources for Families