SIDEKICKS Academy Inc

SIDEKICKS Academy Inc. is a small company based in Durham, North Carolina. With three employees, the organization generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. SIDEKICKS Academy Inc. provides a behavioral health intervention program that blends academic success principles with the teachings of taekwondo. This program, focused on students of color, incorporates social-emotional support, self-advocacy, and supportive coaching. The Academy targets Durham’s rising leaders, specifically those impacted by community violence, trauma, and homelessness. SIDEKICKS Academy Inc. stands out by offering a trauma-sensitive and therapeutic learning environment dedicated to the treatment of the whole student. Their efforts have positively impacted two elementary schools in Durham, leading to increased parent and community engagement, reduced aggressive behaviors, and improved academic performance among program participants. To learn more about SIDEKICKS Academy Inc. or their programs, please visit their website at sidekicksacademy.org.