Overview

Succeed in School is an after-school program approved by the Church Board of Education that helps youth 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.

Current Locations

The Succeed in School program served nearly 30,000 students in 2024 and is approved to operate in nearly 30 countries. New areas are requested by area presidencies and approved by the Church Board of Education. The following locations have been approved to operate Succeed in School:

Succeed in School Classes

Succeed in School classes are offered under the direction of stake presidencies. These local leaders select academic resources that meet the needs of their youth. These include reading, speaking, English as a second language, and mathematics skills. Students also gain study and life skills and learn how to prepare for important exams. 

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 called (volunteer) teachers. Teachers do not need to be professional educators, but many have an educational background. They are provided with lessons and other helpful materials to effectively teach the 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 Resources   

Succeed in School resources are lessons and activities for youth based on global curriculum standards of education. Understanding the local education needs of the youth can help leaders decide which resources may work best in their area.

Preview the available resources below.

Succeed in School Outcomes

Students who participated in Succeed in School indicated that they increased their math and reading skills and passed their secondary exams at very high rates. They also increased their faith in Jesus Christ. The local leaders who work with Succeed in School indicate satisfaction with the program. Also, Seminary enrollment increased by 62% in the stakes that offered Succeed in School.

Succeed in School’s mission is to help students develop as disciples of Jesus Christ who are leaders in their homes, the Church, and their communities.

“In the Church, obtaining an education and getting knowledge are a religious responsibility. We educate our minds so that one day we can render service of worth to somebody else.”

President Russell M. Nelson, “Focus on Values,” Liahona, February 2013

 

 

 

 

 

“I love Succeed in School because it has helped me greatly in my reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills… Succeed in School is also strengthening our testimonies of Jesus Christ.”

Victory Dauda, Succeed in School Participant, Sierra Leone 

 

 

 

 

 

“Succeed in School has helped me and my family have a growth mindset. It has helped me improve in passing my exams at school and make new friends.”

Caleb, Succeed in School Participant, Navajo Reservation, Farmington

 

 

 

Preparation for Higher Education

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.

“The youth are no longer just relying on what they are told. They are now self-reliant in looking for the truth.” 

President Assepo J. Koudjo, Côte d’Ivoire Yamoussoukro Stake