For more than four decades, SEI has been one-stop resource for African American youth and families, serving 17,000 participants each year. SEI has deep connections to the community and a proven track record, with 98% of students graduating high school and 85% enrolling in post-secondary education. SEI’s work centers and amplifies the diverse voices, talents, and aspirations of students, families, and individuals as decision makers in their lives, neighborhoods, schools, and the wider community. Committed to helping youth and families realize their full potential, SEI believes that every child has a gift and that it is our shared responsibility to expand learning opportunities and teach every child that “Life Has Options."