Bridging the Gap Between People of Color and Independent Schools

We partner with Los Angeles area independent schools to create pathways for underrepresented students and families of color to access, navigate, and thrive in private education.

  • STUDENT PLACEMENT

    We guide, support, and represent students and families of color throughout the private school admissions process and for the duration of their independent school journey.

    Are you considering Los Angeles area private schools for a student of color?

  • EDUCATOR PLACEMENT

    We help qualified educators of color find employment at independent schools and provide ongoing professional development for our annual educator cohort.

    Are you an educator of color ready to take the next step in your career?

  • SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY CERTIFICATION

    We offer a first-of-its-kind Social Responsibility Certification to support schools in creating equitable learning communities where all students can thrive.

    Is your school certified in social responsibility best practices?

HEAR FROM OUR FAMILIES

VIEW OUR IMPACT REPORT

OUR 3 STEP student APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1

SHOW YOUR INTEREST

Sign up for our email list to get notified when our Information Sessions open.

STEP 2

ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION

Next, we invite you to attend a group Information Session to learn more about our Student Placement Program.

STEP 3

APPLY TO JOIN AXIS

Lastly, you submit your application to join our next cohort. Once admitted, we guide you through the private school application process and stay with your family for the duration of your private school journey.

A Better Learning Environment for All Students

We envision diverse private school communities that ensure equal opportunity for all students and educators in Los Angeles. Research concludes that diverse learning populations lead to better outcomes for all students. By supporting more students and educators of color to access private school opportunities, we improve learning for all and take strides toward a more equitable society as a whole.

Not only do we equip students and educators with the tools they need to join independent schools, we also work to ensure that the schools themselves employ best policies and practices through our Social Responsibility Certification. Only then can schools authentically address the needs of students of color while creating an environment where all students can thrive.

SUPPORT OUR WORK.

Thank you to our generous Friends of Axis Donor Circle!

Friends of Axis includes all donors who have contributed $1,000 or more in 2024-2025.

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