Explore the questions we get asked most frequently. If you have additional questions about our program content, implementation strategies, or what sets 220 programs apart, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d love to hear from you!
220 programs have been successfully tested with thousands of students across diverse settings, including suburban schools, urban afterschool programs, and rural community organizations. By meeting students where they are and focusing on their potential — rather than their background — our programs have proven effective for over thousands of students and have been implemented by more than 300 organizations. Learn more about our Success Stories and Testimonials.
Most programs rely on static content based on assumptions about what students need to know — often leading to poor results. At 220, we take a completely different approach:
Personalized, not one-size-fits-all: 220 programs focus on universal success strategies and adaptable frameworks that can be applied to any discipline. Students build on our content using their unique strengths, talents, and passions, creating personalized success plans that ignite their motivation and help them unlock their full potential.
Authentic and relatable: Our content isn’t just theoretical; it’s tested, proven by us, and supported by research on top performers across various industries. This authenticity resonates with students and educators alike. Our passion comes through in every lesson, making the material highly engaging and effective. For example, when students take our entrepreneurship course, they learn directly from people who have successfully built and run their own businesses.
Our programs are designed for high school and college students aged 14 and older, though they’ve also been successfully used with mature middle school students. By meeting students where they are, these courses have proven effective for a wide range of learners, including high school and college students, opportunity youth, and young adults.
220 stands for second (2) to (2) none (0). The goal for all our programs is to help every single student create his or her 220 Life — the life that for them is second to none.
The worksheets and workbooks are the most important part of each program because they help students personalize the concepts and apply them to their own lives. The good news is that these worksheets are printable! As long as students can print (or even if you have to print these worksheets), they can participate in these programs.
We ensure your students are progressing through the required course material in a structured and effective way. Our evaluation process focuses on engagement, comprehension, and real-world application through the following methods:
Quizzes as Learning Checkpoints:
Each lesson includes quizzes that serve as prerequisites before students can advance to the next module. These quizzes not only assess understanding but also reinforce key concepts, ensuring students are building a strong foundation before moving forward.Personalized Application with Workbooks and Templates:
Students use course workbooks and templates to connect the material to their own lives, goals, and future aspirations. These tools encourage reflection and practical application, helping students internalize what they’ve learned and apply it to real-world scenarios.Comprehensive Progress Reports:
Instructors and administrators have access to detailed progress reports that track how much of each course students have completed. These reports provide valuable insights into student engagement and help identify areas where additional support might be needed.Pre- and Post-Assessments:
To measure the program's overall impact, we administer pre- and post-assessments. These evaluations highlight growth in critical areas such as confidence, employability skills, and leadership, giving a clear picture of each student's development throughout the program.Feedback and Support:
Our team regularly meets with school and program leaders to review data and user activity, offering guidance to ensure students stay on track and achieve their goals. Weekly office hours and professional development sessions for instructors further enhance support.By combining these evaluation strategies, we not only track student progress but also empower them to take ownership of their learning journey, setting them up for long-term success.
We are committed to supporting your organization every step of the way. Here's how we ensure you have everything you need to succeed with 220:
220 Onboarding Course:
Our onboarding course provides all the tools and information you and your staff need to get started. It includes a walkthrough of the platform, detailed guidance on all program components, student enrollment instructions, and access to key resources and links.Weekly Office Hours:
Each week, we host office hours where you and your staff can connect directly with our team. These sessions are an open forum to ask questions about the programs, address specifics related to your implementation, and explore how to maximize the impact of specific modules for your students. This personalized support ensures you can use 220 effectively in your unique setting.Ongoing Communication and Updates:
Through post-purchase emails and regular check-ins, we keep you informed and up-to-date on course developments, program updates, and best practices.
This multi-layered support ensures that your organization has the guidance and resources to make the most of 220 programs, creating lasting impact for your students.
We get this question often, and we’re always excited to answer it. At 220, we work with many at-risk, low-income, and first-generation students — and here’s the key: we don’t treat them any differently.
While conventional practices might suggest adjusting how we talk to or work with these students because of their experiences, we take a different approach. Yes, trauma-informed practices are valuable, but what we never do is make students feel as though they are different or less capable than their peers.
Some students may be starting from further behind or facing incredible obstacles. But these challenges do not diminish their potential. Our goal is to help them see that. The equalizers for all students — regardless of race, background, or personality — are these:
- Every student has the right to pursue a meaningful and exciting life.
- Every student starts somewhere and has goals (even if they haven’t fully realized them yet).
- Every student faces obstacles.
- Every student has unique gifts, talents, and passions.
- Every student can be motivated to use those gifts when shown an inspiring and achievable vision for their future.
Our job is to help all students uncover what a compelling future looks like for them, then work backward to connect that vision to your program, their school, and their near-term goals. Starting points and obstacles are part of the journey, but they should never limit the ambition or excitement of a student’s goals — or our ability to guide them there.
This approach ensures that we treat every student with the respect, belief, and support they deserve to unlock their full potential.
We have partnered with a diverse range of organizations across the country, many of which are progressive educational institutions. Our collaborations include charter schools, public schools, private schools, and religious-based organizations, as well as local workforce boards, Job Corps centers, and Greek organizations. We also work extensively with out-of-school-time groups such as YMCAs, YWCAs, and Boys & Girls Clubs, along with STEM-focused organizations, sports-based youth development programs, and large-scale initiatives at the city, state, and national levels.
We chose to establish a for-profit business to maximize our impact on partners, students, and communities. While the nature of our work often aligns with traditional "nonprofit" missions, we wanted the freedom to operate independently of grant funding. This allows us to focus on the work we know is essential to transform the future of education.
Our business model enables us to scale our programs, meet the evolving needs of the marketplace, and reinvest in the communities and students who need it most.
As part of our commitment to giving back, 220 donates 2.20% of our net profits each year to support WagiLabs programs and students. WagiLabs offers a 100% free and open-source curriculum to teach entrepreneurship to young learners worldwide. Their programs inspire curiosity, compassion, and courage, empowering students to create ideas that "do good" for people, animals, and the planet. Click here to learn more about WagiLabs.
This model allows us to drive sustainable growth while giving back in meaningful ways.
At this time, we are not offering programs to individual families. Please contact us to sign up for our waiting list if you'd like to be notified when we have programs available for individual students and families.
