Testimonials

“Can’t tell you how much this community means to us! TVM is great for our son, but it means as much (if not more) to our family. This can’t stop! Thank you Mahea and Mark for being the change”  – Parent of Seventh Grade TVM Scholar

“The Village Method teaches us to be an awesome scholar not just in class but for the whole community. TVM also helps us to turn from being immature to a proud young scholar.” Seventh Grade TVM Scholar

“The Village Method is a place for Black people where we have the freedom to express ourselves, go on field trips, learn about our culture, and practice stepping formations.” — Sixth Grade TVM Scholar

“The Village Method is a family and we are learning about one another so that we can see that we are alike even though we are not related and we are also a team”  — Seventh Grade TVM Scholar

“Thank you Mark and Mahea for organizing such an informative and fun family night! I loved listening and seeing The Village Method students speak and present to the audience. It was also great to see them being recognized for their various achievements. I also enjoyed hearing from other members of the community…” –Parent of Sixth… Read full testimonial “Informative and Fun Family Night”

“Your program is a beautiful thing! I am thoroughly impressed.”  –Father of a Seventh Grade TVM Scholar

“I really appreciate Mr. and Mrs. Gaskins bring The Village Method to Alvarado Middle School. My daughter is enjoying it immensely!” –Parent of a Sixth Grade TVM Scholar

My son’s favorite subjects in school are Math and Science and it’s great that The Village Method includes programs that introduces him to hands on experience. They include coding, trips to UC Berkeley, and guest speakers that work in STEM fields.” –Parent of Seventh grade TVM Scholar