What Is Succeed in School?

Succeed in School is an after-school program approved by the Church Board of Education that helps youth, ages 11-18, progress academically, prepare for higher education, and become self-reliant disciples of Jesus Christ.

Students gather weekly in Church buildings, where volunteer teachers teach lessons such as reading, writing, English, mathematics, exam preparation, and study and life skills. Succeed in School operates through Seminaries & Institutes and prepares students for BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

Classes are designed to be places where students can ask questions, actively learn, and rely on their teacher and classmates to strengthen confidence and skills. They are also places where youth can build their faith in Jesus Christ and feel the Holy Ghost. Students receive the benefits of belonging to a group of active learners.

The Succeed in School classes are a supplement to, but not a replacement for, school. The skills students develop will help them with the subjects they learn in their local schools . Classes are usually taught after school in local meetinghouses by volunteer (called) teachers. Teachers do not need to be professional educators, but many have an educational background. They are provided with scripted lessons, training, and other helpful materials to effectively teach Succeed in School classes.

Classes are held under the direction of local Church leaders and are supported by Seminaries and Institutes employees.

Succeed in School also prepares youth for BYU-Pathway Worldwide, which provides access to spiritually-based degrees completely online at an affordable price in over 180 countries.