What Families Can Expect
A nurturing environment where every scholar is seen, valued, and empowered to succeed in mathematics.
Safe, Affirming Environment
Culturally responsive instruction where mistakes are part of learning. Educators who see and value each scholar's potential.
Confidence & Scholar Identity
Rebuilding math confidence through positive reinforcement. Mentors who reflect students' identities and believe in their success.
Individualized Support
Small-group instruction tailored to student needs with personalized feedback and progress tracking.
Real-World Math Connections
Math connected to everyday life, financial literacy, and future opportunities. Problem-solving skills beyond the classroom.
Strong Family Communication
Clear updates on progress with actionable strategies for home support. Families as partners in success.
CRA Teaching Framework
Our proven approach: Concrete (hands-on tools), Representational (pictures and diagrams), Abstract (numbers and symbols).
A Day at Harambee
Tutor Check-In
Our dedicated tutors prepare for a great day of learning.
Cultural Enrichment
Scholars engage in culturally affirming activities that connect math to African heritage.
Tutoring Begins
Small-group, hands-on mathematics instruction using the CRA Framework.
Program Concludes
Reflection and celebration of progress. Scholars leave empowered.
Program Goals
OUR PROVEN APPROACH: CRA FRAMEWORK
Mathematics: Part of Our Heritage
For thousands of years, African people have been mathematicians, astronomers, architects, and engineers. Mathematics is not foreign to us — it is woven into the fabric of our culture and history.
Ancient African Mathematics
Mathematics in Our Culture
From the geometric patterns in Kente cloth to the rhythmic mathematics in African drumming, math is everywhere in our cultural practices. When we learn mathematics, we are continuing a legacy of brilliance.
"The idea that Africans have no history of mathematics is a myth. Our ancestors were brilliant mathematicians who built civilizations, navigated by the stars, and created systems rooted in numerical thinking."
Our Mathematical Pioneers
Standing on the shoulders of giants
Benjamin Banneker
1731–1806Self-taught mathematician and astronomer who helped survey Washington D.C.
Katherine Johnson
1918–2020NASA mathematician critical to U.S. spaceflights ("Hidden Figures").
Dr. Euphemia Lofton Haynes
1890–1980First African American woman to earn a PhD in mathematics.
"These pioneers prove that mathematical excellence is part of our legacy."
Reclaiming Our Legacy
The Harambee Center reconnects our scholars with their mathematical heritage. When students see themselves reflected in the history of mathematics, they move from "I can't do math" to "Math is part of who I am."
Teach math through a culturally affirming lens
Celebrate African contributions to mathematics
Position every scholar as a mathematician with a legacy to uphold
Harambee! Pull Together!
Join Us at Harambee
Program Details
Location
Weber Institute
302 W. Weber Avenue
Stockton, California
Schedule
Start Date: March 2026
Frequency: 2 Saturdays per month
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Eligibility
Grades: 3rd – 8th Grade
Cost: FREE
How to Register
Visit beasusd.com
Navigate to the Harambee Center registration page.
Complete the Registration Form
Fill out the online form with your child's information.
Receive Confirmation
You'll receive a confirmation with program details.
Join Us on Saturdays!
Bring your scholar ready to learn, grow, and shine.
"My child feels confident again. For the first time, they don't shut down when it's time for math."
— PARENT TESTIMONIAL