2026 Volunteer Appreciation Awards
Each year, School on Wheels recognizes outstanding volunteers who go above and beyond in support of our students. Our Volunteer Appreciation Awardees embody the heart of our mission, showing compassion, …
You Can Make a Difference
Unhoused children have always been among the most invisible and neglected individuals in our nation, with their high mobility tied to trauma, behavioral issues, and overwhelming academic troubles. Homelessness has …
FAFSA Information and Resources
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form determines a student’s eligibility for federal student aid such as federal grants, work-study funds, and loans. Here are five tips to …
Volunteers of the Month – March 2026
Dylan Senske What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?Education has always been something I value deeply, and I believe that consistent encouragement and support can help students …
Volunteers of the Month – February 2026
Fred Burgess What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?I visited a shelter and was introduced to the program. When I retired, I signed up as a tutor …
Volunteers of the Month – December 2025
Jared Mazzaschi What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?I liked the idea of helping out a kid that might not have a ton of stability in his/her …
Volunteers of the Month – October 2025
Priyal Upadhyaya What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?Moving to Los Angeles was a big shift in my life. Starting from scratch, I was looking for something …
Volunteers of the Month – September 2025
Sandra Incontro What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?I saw an article on the LA times and it was founded from someone at USC which is my …
Volunteers of the Month – August 2025
Sascha Salazar What motivated you to start volunteering at School on Wheels?I got motivated to volunteer at School on Wheels after graduating university and finding myself wanting to give back …