Who we are
Together We Grow & ESL Connect
Inspired by the experiences of multilingual students, Together We Grow & ESL Connect is a student-led club at Obra D. Tompkins High School that helps students navigate school, discover opportunities, build confidence, and reach their full potential through mentorship, leadership, and service.
Every student deserves the opportunity to belong, grow, and succeed.
Mentorship
Students supporting students as they navigate school and language barriers.
Leadership
Chances to organize, lead, and take responsibility for real projects.
Service
Connecting members with community involvement and volunteer opportunities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help students build confidence, adapt to their educational environment, discover opportunities, and become active members of their school and community through mentorship, leadership, and service.
Build confidence
Create a space where students feel comfortable asking questions, speaking up, and trying things they have not tried before.
Discover opportunities
Make school resources, programs, and community opportunities easier to find and easier to understand.
Get involved
Help students take part in their school and their community instead of watching from the outside.
Create impact
Turn participation into something useful for other people through mentorship, leadership, and service.
Our Vision
We envision a connected and supportive community where people feel empowered to discover opportunities, get involved, help others, and make a meaningful difference.