Alaquest Collaborative for Education

Born out of a desire to turn a horrible tragedy into productive action, ACE was created in 2015 as a response to the senseless murder of twenty-two year old Joshua Smith. He was son, brother, and friend to the co-founders.

Comprised of educators, business professionals, and concerned citizens we work together to create and implement programming that fosters social and emotional growth and understanding, especially in young people.

We know that social and emotional skills such as effective communication, goal setting, teamwork, understanding our own emotions, and responsible decision making are important keys to success. We also believe that if the young man who killed our loved one had possessed a better understanding of himself and a better understanding of his effect on others that maybe Joshua would still be with us today.

Please take action today. Join us in increasing access to Social and Emotional Learning. Together we can reduce violence and promote success.