Math in Motion 4 LA Youth

K-12 STEAM education

East LA South LA Antelope Valley County of Los Angeles (select only if your project has a countywide benefit)

Expand existing project, program, or initiative (expanding and continuing ongoing, successful work)

Imagine a world where math is dumbed down and science labs no longer exist. You do not have to imagine this; it’s what is currently happening in public schools. For nine consecutive years, 75% of under-resourced students have not met California math standards; B-RELYT strives to change this every day. In Los Angeles County, students from under-resourced communities face a persistent gap in math achievement. This gap isn't just about test scores—it reflects a lack of access to engaging, hands-on, and culturally relevant instruction that connects math to real life. Without early, empowering math experiences, students lose confidence and disengage from pathways that lead to STEM careers. B-RELYT, founded by two engineers, addresses this gap with contextualized math instruction, real-world career exploration, and mentorship. We’re reframing math as a tool for creativity, problem-solving, opportunity, and career success.

It’s our fourth consecutive application—and our impact speaks for itself. B-RELYT students have raised GPAs, entered honors courses, and pursued STEM careers. The data is clear: without math fluency, there is no long-term prosperity. It’s time to invest in what works.
Math in Motion 4 LA Youth is a yearlong, immersive initiative serving 100 under-resourced LA County students with engaging, culturally relevant math instruction. Participants engage in virtual intensives (Middle School Math–Calculus) and in-person workshops on coding, financial literacy, and STEM careers. Each receives a one-year Basic Membership to B-RELYT, which includes tutoring, mental health support, and enrichment through partners like UCLA Math Revolutions.
The program includes two STEM-based San Diego Zoo trips—one with behind-the-scenes access—to explore animal science, data tracking, and conservation tech careers. In 2026, we will also pilot a two-week Music & Math Camp with Wild1 Music Foundation, where students learn DJ skills and the math behind rhythm and sound.

If successful, this initiative will transform how under-resourced students in LA County experience math—shifting it from a barrier to a bridge toward future success. Students who once felt discouraged by math will now proudly solve complex problems, build creative STEM projects, and see themselves reflected in careers they hadn’t imagined possible. They’ll gain confidence through real-world experiences like DJing, coding, and zoo-based data science, while forging lasting connections with mentors. These youth will become the innovators, problem-solvers, and creative thinkers our communities need. With each year, we will expand access, scaling our Math Intensive across LA neighborhoods, empowering hundreds more students to rise, thrive, and lead. Imagine the economic impact this will have on LA County!