First Stone — Hila
Foundational intervention grades 1-3: reading, math, basic skills.
Duration
3 years (grades 1-3)
Location
30+ partner primary schools
For whom
Ethiopian-Israeli grades 1-3 students
Goal: close reading and math gaps in early years. Tracking surveys show 'First Stone' students reach grade 4 at parity with non-community peers.
What's included
- 4-5 hours/week of structured tutoring
- Bilingual (Amharic/Hebrew) reading materials
- Semi-annual progress tracking
- Parent workshops on year arc
How to apply
Automatic at partner schools.
Eligibility
- Grades 1-3 student at partner school
