Our programs give middle school students the support they need to succeed.
At LATM, our programs are designed to meet middle school students where they are — academically, socially, and emotionally. Through structured virtual mentoring and research-informed curriculum, we help students build the skills they need to navigate school, relationships, and the digital world with confidence.
Our approach combines trained mentor teams, interactive learning, and consistent weekly engagement to create meaningful impact at scale.
LATM’s e-Works program makes mentoring flexible, collaborative, and impactful in an after-school setting.
Mentors are placed in small teams of 2–3 volunteers and matched with a group of 12–15 middle school students in a virtual environment. Using LATM’s interactive Essentials curriculum, mentor teams guide students through activities that build key social-emotional skills.
When: 1 hour per week, October through June
Where: Online from anywhere
Group Size: 12-15 students
Mentors: 2-3 mentors per group
Field Trips: 2-4 Saturday trips (museums, parks, college campuses)
Cost: 100% FREE (including all trips)
e-Works is open to all middle school students (grades 6-8). We work with schools in Los Angeles and San Diego counties.
LATM’s ClassWorks program brings structured social-emotional development directly into the school day.
In each virtual classroom, 2–3 mentors work with approximately 30 middle school students, guiding them through an engaging, skills-based curriculum designed to strengthen social-emotional learning.
When: 1 hour per week during the school day
Where: Virtual classroom
Group Size: About 30 students per session
Mentors: 2-3 mentors per group
Cost: 100% FREE
ClassWorks is only available at select middle schools. Ask your school counselor if ClassWorks is offered at your school.
Both e-Works and ClassWorks use our proven curriculum. We teach two key programs:
LATM’s Essentials curriculum is a mentor-supported social-emotional learning program focused on helping middle school students build the foundational skills they need to succeed both academically and socially.
Through guided activities and discussion, students strengthen self-awareness, decision-making, communication, relationship skills, and emotional regulation. Essentials serves as the foundation for students’ personal and academic growth.
LATM’s HeroWorks curriculum equips students with the core social-emotional skills needed to successfully navigate the critical transition to high school and remain engaged beyond ninth grade.
By cultivating confidence, connection, and motivation, HeroWorks helps students stay engaged and succeed academically during one of the most pivotal periods in their educational journey.
We don’t just hope our programs work. We measure the results.
An independent research group studied our programs. Here’s what they found:
Source: ERC Independent Evaluation
Middle school is a pivotal time when confidence, identity, and direction are taking shape. Caring adults who believe in young people can make the difference between doubt and possibility, helping students see their own potential more clearly.
With the right guidance, students can build the foundation to thrive in school and beyond.
| e-Works | ClassWorks | |
|---|---|---|
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When |
After school |
During school day |
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Where |
Virtual from home |
Virtual classroom |
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Time |
1 hour per week |
1 hour per week |
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Students |
12-15 per group |
About 30 per group |
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Mentors |
2-3 per group |
2-3 per group |
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Field Trips |
2-4 Saturday trips |
Not included |
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Best For |
Students wanting connection and flexibility |
Students needing help during school hours |
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Cost |
100% FREE |
100% FREE |
Through LATM’s programs, students build confidence, develop real-life skills, and connect with peers and mentors who care.
Enrollment is simple and completely free. Apply today and take the first step toward a stronger future.
