Several years ago, I was the chair of the board for this organization. It was already a highly respected, highly impactful organization that one reviewed by donors always received rave reviews. I have worked with many organizations over the years, but very few with this level of quality, transparency, and leadership.
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I am the former Board Chair for Urban Ed, and I can't say enough positive things. Founder and President Roxanne Williams is an extraordinary leader and true visionary. She has worked tirelessly from day 1 to create an organization that changes lives and levels the playing field through technology education. She and Violet care deeply about all of the students and are consistently focused on expanding opportunities. They are very careful about spending and transparent about their activities. They are a model of excellency in the non-profit space.
Urbaned has been a great organization to be apart of. It is has been an wonderful experience for me. I am able to learn a lot and the staff are kind, helpful, and attentive to each student. Urbaned is an organization with a true commitment to excellence. I am excited to grow within the organization and soon be able to give back.
This school is amazing from the staff , learning experience and overall the environment. This school has changed not only my life but many others close to me. I was recommended this school from multiple peers. and later I recommended multiple people also. Urban Ed is definitely an organization looking to help as many people as possible . If I could recommend the entire world I would this school is a amazing opportunity to many of those who are unsure of what they would like to do in there lives. Thanks to Urban Ed I was able to find a career that I enjoy. This Growing field of IT will only get larger and thanks to Urban Ed a lot of companies will be happy .
I was fortunate to be enrolled in my AWS course at Urban Ed, Inc. during the pandemic. Urban Ed smoothly aided me in the transition to virtual learning. The Amazon Cloud coursework prepared me to successfully pass the certification exam. Working with Urban Ed has expanded my future career opportunities. I highly recommend Urban Ed, Inc.
Urban Ed has been an integral part of my IT journey. From day one they have been extremely helpful.
They provided me valuable resources for learning, jobs and life. As a result, I obtained my Comptia Security + certification.
Staff is great and I'm forever thankful.
Excellent staff and always there for their students with reliable resources and in person assistance! 10 rate scale!!!!
I am Bagoubadi Bileza; and i joined Ubaned Ed's Nonprofit Organization since March 2020.
And I am since then student in CISCO Networking program, CCNA; and the course just ended in first week of October. And i passed the course with award grade.
I truly enjoyed taking this course with very competent instructor and all helps along the way. And I am getting ready to get certified in CISCO CCNA 200-301.
I am sincerely appreciated this opportunity that Urbaned Ed gave me; and i will surely recommend this institution to people who need it. I am rating 5 STARS this Nonprofit organization
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UrbanEd has helped me explore skills needed for a career in IT. The many certification courses were at abundance and the director and staff are always ready available to help and encourage students to conquer there goals and beyond. I’m thankful to have this opportunity and would recommend UrbanEd to others.
I came to the United States less than one year ago and because of Urban Ed, I'm on my way to living the American dream. I was given all the tools and resources to succeed in the IT field with support from the staff who are now my family. I'm on my way to becoming a software developer, I'm excited and I owe it all to Urban Ed. They really care and go above and beyond to help you reach employment in a high paying and fulfilling career.
Awesome experience! Online education offering extensive instruction .Very knowledgeable educator with an exceptional background valuing professionalism and driven to inspire and motivate students.
The instructors and staff are awesome. They will guide you and provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.
This amazing organization has provided me with the ammunition to pursue my goals. Urban Ed, provided myself and so many others who are interested in the IT field an opportunity to take that first step and beyond. It just don’t stop there, the organization keep that door of communication open with their participants even after completion of the program. This allows myself and other participants to continue to obtain the knowledge and experience to be certified IT professionals. The organization exceeds my expectations, and I am elated to be a participant of Urban Ed.
Urban Ed Inc. was honestly one of the best decisions that I have made in my life thus far. Ever expansive with their innovative techniques in and out of the classroom, whether in-person or via Virtual platforms, each lesson brings you closer to entering and advancing in the world of Information Technology. The staff are more than capable of bringing students from zero knowledge in the field entirely into undeniably competent IT specialists from a variety of career paths offered at Urban Ed Inc. Also, the school provides additional continuing education for students that would like to improve and enhance their understanding to either stay up to date with certifications offered and/or to build on new ones to get a better career opportunity for themselves, providing self initiative and hard work ethic. Each student has multiple avenues of assistance including mentoring, life coaching, tailor-made course advisement conducive to that particular student's lifestyle and aspirations, financial assistance from our deeply appreciated charitable sponsors during the COVID Pandemic, and not to mention additional career placement after a certification has been completed as well. Classroom peers even have an ability to reach out to each other for study sessions and there is always room given for networking.They turn people into assets and not liabilities and consistently check on every student and their individual process via calling or emailing directly. The opportunity for dialogue is always there. I am a single Dad to a beautiful 9 year-old girl and have been a bartender for years and I am extremely grateful. This school accepts all, no matter your age or walk of life, and doesn't just help you build on a career but moreover your character as well. I am in full support of the Institution of Urban Ed Inc which they should be heavily invested in and celebrated for the good that they have brought to the community as a whole. I am honored to write this review and I hope more people read this and decide to take a chance like I did on Urban Ed Inc because you won't regret it. Thank you.
--Albert Antony Pearsall IV--
I've been an employee for over 11 years and I continue to be amazed by the evolution of this organization. Our Executive Director remains steadfast in her quest to “never short change community” and in doing so she provides the best training tools in “all things IT” Information Technology to ensure our graduates are over prepared for the IT workforce. Witnessing the dynamic shift to sustainability when a family member becomes globally certified and employed is simply wonderful to see!
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I have been a volunteer with Urban Ed for almost 2 years and during that time I have seen lives transformed. Being an HR Manager one hopes to see personal growth in employees but unfortunately most companies fall short in that effort; at Urban Ed students come in to the program feeling down about where they are in life and leave with pride in their hearts, viable skills, ready to be competitive in the job market. Ms. Williams, the heart & soul of Urban Ed, takes an interest in each student no matter their knowledge level and challenge them to do what it takes to get certified; this to me is an investment in our “human resource” which in turn makes for a better community and a better future for our children. On a more personal level, I was laid-off last year and the first thought that came to mind was “now I have more time to give to Urban Ed”. Not only do I have the opportunity to utilize my professional skills to assist this organization in its day to day functions but I get to see personal & professional growth in our students and staff alike.
Urban Ed Inc has been a great organization to be apart of these past few years. Through UrbanEd I have had the opportunity to gain two certifications Comptia A+ and Comptia Sec+. I am currently now working on my CYSA + certification. Not only did Urban Ed provide me with great resources to help me with my studies, they also have a great staff that pushing you beyond your abilities. I have preferred a few of my colleagues to also take advantage of Urban Ed and their programs. i can honestly say if it was not for Urban Ed I am not sure i would have leaped from the Administration /Human resources field to IT. THANKS! Urban Ed
There are a lot of non profits that do really good work and then there's Urban Ed. I came here not expecting to get what I got. What I mean is this, I got way more than I bargained for. I came just to "try" and see if something I was curious about could actually change my life. Here I am two certifications later and I can't wait for my next certification. I'm so glad I found Urban Ed, there are plenty of schools out here teaching exactly what Urban Ed offers but it's not just the school it's the director, the staff, the teachers; it's their commitment along with your own that make Urban Ed special. It's a life changing experience that you simply can't put one description on it. Urban Ed is the collective experience of everyone who has walked through the doors of the school looking for something new something exciting and life changing and got it.
Me personally, I'm more excited about what the future holds, where previously I questioned and contemplated what I was going to do or what I could do . That's all changed now that I have certifications that allow the doors of opportunity to open even wider and allow me to continue my education and financial growth. This is a great school.
Through her generous spirit and technical expertise, Roxanne Williams has provided the DC community with a much needed organization, Urban Ed that focuses on extending educational opportunities for at-risk individuals, so that they can position themselves for both professional and personal success. Ms. Williams’ programs are comprehensive in that they provide both the technical skills for professional success and interpersonal dynamics for personal achievement. Both of these elements contributes to the overall success of the candidate and provides them with a fundamental understanding of the importance of “paying it forward” by giving back to your community. Ms. Williams is a dynamic leader of this organization and shoulders much responsibility in her efforts at educating and revitalizing the Anacostia community. I am very proud to be associated with this organization.
Ms Williams provides an environment that strengthens social qualities and Technical knowledge. Along with preparing the students with Technical knowledge, she emphasizes the importance of team work, confidence, and having social skills. Ms. Williams has a passion for the work that she does. She enjoys being in the community, providing an educational outlet for teens and young adults, and preparing them for a successful job opportunity. I have been in her class, and watch her professionalism, and patience she exerts with each student. Ms Williams provides the confidence, self-esteem and motivation that initially was not there in some students. To keep a program in existence, funding is often required; Ms. Williams works hard, seeking support, but she still has time to teach each class, and give one-on-one time with a student if required. I’ve witness students behavior change from day 1 of entering an Urban ED program, to the last week, eager to schedule their testing; and beginning their career. Ms. Williams is a sincere and knowledgeable person and I will always be a supporter of Urban Ed and its mission.
I was introduced to UrbanEd by a friend who sits on the board. Once I found out that they are instrumental with under privileged young people in teaching them job skills by being creative using technology I knew I had to be a part of this organization. Each young person I have met that has gone through UrbanEd's program is either employed or seeking a higher education. It is rare you run across an organization with such a high success rate. I am a true believer in Urban Ed's Mission and I work diligently so that my community knows what this organization has to offer.
Urban Ed is a nonprofit that understands the importance of taking action to combat the growing rate of unskilled and unemployed youth and young adults in Washington, DC. I have volunteered and served on the board of directors for many years and remain committed to the mission and objectives of the organization. UrbanEd provides its students with a wide range of, not only IT training, but also provides career and leadership training to make their students very successful when they graduate from the Urban Ed program. But these programs need funding and the organization is very reliant on donations from individuals as well as corporations. Unfortunately, donations have been a struggle since the economy has slowed. Urban Ed needs to be able to purchase more updated hardware/software/books so they can expand their current certification training and give students a wider variety in the tech field. They also need additional funding to support hiring more instructors.
My experience here at Urban Ed has been a very good experience. I have gotten a lot out of this program in the short time that I have been here, things like more administrative skills and a lot more about computers and how to deal with people coming in the office and managing the phone lines. Also how to work with a very good organization most of all with Ms Williams and Ms Browne who are a very good group of people to work with. I was sent here to work at Urban Ed to do administrative assistant work by a place call project empowerment and I think that project empowerment couldn’t have sent me to a place. I think a lot of people should come to get all that urban Ed is trying to give to the community. The people in the community can’t get anything like this anywhere in the D.M.V. area. Urban Ed is the place for all people young and old and all that urban Ed is giving I will love to be a part of this organization, there is nothing like it out here.
Urban Ed is a wonderful opportunity for youth of the Dc area to gain valuable experience that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives. Urban Ed offers everything from life skills for teens to practical professional experience that can enable them to get not only a job but a career.
I have been a network engineer/manager at Cisco for the past 12 years and I got involved with UrbanEd a little over 3 years ago. I have been a guest instructor many times and I am a very enthusiastic supporter. UrbanEd is a real world manifestation of "building the community". I have personally witnessed sutdents who may have had a tough break in life changed by their experience at UrbanEd. It cannot be overstated how impactful it is for UrbanEd to provide meaningful career and education opportunities to youth and young adults in the Washington, DC community. UrbanEd literally transforms lives by providing vision, hope and confidence in a very real way through the technical knowledge and certification that is imparted through their programs. Not only does UrbanEd provide the core education and "hands-on" training, but they also provide a vehicle to actually apply this on real customer engagements. This is a life-long lesson that can be applied over and over as these young adults pursue job/career opportunities. UrbanEd executes this model ideally and will continue to have my support going forward.
I am honor to be a student of Urban Ed. Urban Ed has helped me gain confidence in obtaining my A+ Certification. With all the knowledge and resources giving, I am positive that I will obtain my certification this year. After obtaining my certification, I plan to enroll into the 2nd course which is the MCP/MCDST Certification. This will help me with the career path I want to follow. A lot of entry level IT positions requires these certifications. One most important part about Urban Ed is that it's inexpensive. I never knew an organization that in every aspect is a plus. For example: the tuition/cost, resources and most importantly a teacher that teaches. The teacher is very understandable and down to earth. Urban Ed cares about YOU. I couldn't have asked for a better organization or teacher. If it wasn’t for Urban Ed, I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to follow my career goal/dream. Thank You Urban Ed.
Urban Ed Inc has been a great experience for me. This non-profit organization has given me great job training hands on experience and the tools needed to pass the A+ certification test and many other information technology test in order to start a career in the IT field. This 10 week program trains individuals the in's and out's of working in many different areas of the IT filled. Overall this is a well rounded program that I would recommend to anybody that wants training in Microsoft office, word, excel, power point, IT technician, and many other area of computer technology.
Urban Ed is a wonderful program that has given me the tools I need to take and pass the A+ Certiication exam. Urban Ed has small classes, hands-on taining, real workplace scenerios, test prep exams and a great staff really cares and wants you to succeed.
My experience has been wonderful! I have been able learn and develop useful skills that I have been able to put to immediate use. The staff fosters a learning enviroment that has kept me engaged and wanting to learn more as fast as I can.
Urban ED has been there for me when I felt I was at my lowest point. Urban Ed has given me the opportunity to become a Certified Professional and to gain crucial skills that would prepare me for life's journey! Thanks Urban ED!
My experience with Urban Ed have help me by staying focus on my career path. I love working with Computers because of Urban Ed. Ms Roxanne Williams Teachings has made a big positive impact on my professional life choices. I still keep in touch with Ms Williams and other staff memebers as they continue to motivate, and educate others.
Urabn Ed basically saved me from making one of the biggest mistakes of my life. I was in alot of trouble in 2004 and if it wasn't for Urban Ed accepting me into their program I have no clue what would have happened but I doubt if would have been positive. I started attending class and within a year I was Microsoft Office certified and working as a Administrative Assistant. That wasn't the end of my road with Urban Ed, enjoying my environment and new career path I continued to excel and became an IT Instructor. I've seen kids, friends, adults and even family come to Urban Eds prpogram and all you hear from participants is good things, how they love the program, how there gonna tell their friends about it and I agree with them all. Urban Ed is one of the best programs a disadvantaged person could come across. I simply looked at it as my way up without all the money and hassle and that's exactly where i've been on my way to since!
Urban Ed is an excellent program, for the kids and adults. Joining this program was one of the best decisions that I have made. Urban Ed changes lives. Although my last experience was a little over a year ago, I still keep in touch. The program gave me the education, experience and confidence that I needed to really move forward in life. And for that I would like to extend my hand to say thanks for everything. To Ms. Williams and the rest of the Urban Ed staff keep up the good work.
I’ve been a board member at Urban Ed for over six years. During that time I have watched, listened and talked to students who have completed training programs at Urban Ed and moved on to better prospects. Each one of them has expressed gratitude to Urban Ed for improving their lives and providing them with education and accreditation in the information technology field that they ordinarily wouldn’t be able to afford. Urban Ed is a wonderful, essential non-profit providing an educational source to the community at no cost to them. I’m very proud to serve as a board member because of the work they've accomplished and the lives they’ve enriched.
I have personally seen individual lives transformed through their experience with Urban Ed. The organization provides them with the skills and confidence they did not know they were capable of. Some graduates give back to Urban Ed, like a young man named Sterling, who after completing the A+ Certification training, is now Microsoft A+ certified and teaching the program to new participants. The business community – IT professionals, journalists, foundations, national nonprofit leaders and government agencies – are consistently impressed with the level of professionalism and the results that Urban Ed provides. The organization is making a real difference in the lives of District residents and the greater community.
I have known Urban Ed's founder, Roxanne Williams, professionally for more than 10 years. Urban Ed was born out of Roxanne's passion, commitment, and vision. A main thrust of the organization is to provide opportunities for youth to develop technology skills and experience to prepare them for meaningful employment. Unlike many other programs that aim to boost employability and fight poverty, Urban Ed empowers its students to truly earn a living wage. I have recently joined Urban Ed's board.
Urban Ed has given me a second start on life in the sense of having a career. These days and time is it almost a requirement to have a degree or some training above high school. If not for Urban Ed I could’ve never afforded to go to school because I’m a parent and worked 2 jobs, but with the flexible schedule and the one on one time with Ms William I was able to attend classes. This has made a great impact on my life, being able to go out and apply for a job that I actually would like to work for. I don’t just have to accept any job or pay because now I’m considered a professional. This has lifted my spirits immensely, even though I know I’m still considered the bottom of the barrel but if I didn’t have a certificate that I worked for it could be worse. Just the feeling that I worked for this all that studying and making class after work is really paying off. So I tell everyone I know that is having a hard time finding work or a career call Urban Ed. It was a pleasure and still is knowing Ms Williams and what Urban Ed has to offer.
I have enjoyed my experience attending URBANED. I have learned alot and I am lookinf forward to learning more. I will be MCAS Certifed thanks to the instructors who really took their time to teach me all that I needed to know to accomplish this milestone.
As an entrepreneur that runs a staffing firm, I am often in talks with clients in the IT, Software, and Telecom industries. I recently received a client email requesting a personal introduction between the clients firm and the Executive Director of Urban Ed. My client had an open position and thought an Urban Ed graduate might end up being a good fit. This was so rewarding on a number of levels. Mainly the facts that the client a) trusted the work being done in preparing talent, and b) the fact that one of UE's participants sat on the verge of a new career with a solid minority owned telecom firm in Washington, DC. This is a testament to the quality of reputation and results that have been cultivated within the community.