Overcoming Obstacles: Life Skills Education Employee Directory

Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesUnited States0-1 Employees

Overcoming Obstacles: Life Skills Education is a United States–based nonprofit-style program that provides a free life skills curriculum for educators to implement in classrooms, advisory periods, afterschool, and summer programs. The offering covers more than 20 essential life skills, such as effective communication, decision making, and goal setting, with the aim of reducing dropout rates, improving school and classroom environments, and preparing students for college and careers. The program is used by thousands of educators across all 50 states and has reportedly benefited more than three million children. The organization positions itself within the philanthropic and educational services landscape by delivering an accessible, ready-to-use curriculum that can be accessed via an iPad app or the project website. Based in the United States and with a long-running track record spanning two decades, the initiative has earned recognition, including awards such as the Crystal Star Award from the National Dropout Prevention Center. Recently, it remains available nationwide at no cost and continues to support educators seeking a flexible life skills program for diverse learning settings.

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