Our purpose is simple: Growth Mindset Collaborative (GMC) is a Georgia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping students access high-quality academic and growth-focused learning resources.
We partner with schools and community organizations to expand access to free and affordable academic and growth-focused learning.
A world where every student — regardless of background or zip code — has equal access to high-quality academic preparation and growth-focused learning opportunities.
We focus on making academic support easier and more affordable for schools—starting with high-stakes test prep—and expanding into other areas, including literacy at all levels, project-based learning, and instilling growth mindsets in students, families, and staff
Expand access to free and low-cost high-stakes preparation resources for all students, especially those from low-income families
Support equitable student achievement and lifelong learning
Strengthen family engagement in academic growth
Michelle Ihrig, Ed.D. - Founder and Executive Director
25+ years in education, including 20 at low-income schools
Creator of Dr. Test Prep SAT Program - videos also available for free on YouTube @drtestprep
Certified in administration, special education, gifted education, mathematics, ESOL, online education, and school business
Partners Served
K-12 schools (public, charter, and private)
PTOs, booster clubs, marching bands, and robotics teams
Libraries and faith-based youth programs
Community nonprofits supporting student success
Special thanks to Google for acceptance into their Google Ad Grants program.
Every month, Google gives Growth Mindset Collaborative $10,000 in in-kind advertising credits to continue our mission to empower young people with college readiness skills while giving back to their communities.
TempleEdge Learning gives Growth Mindset Collaborative a minimum of 50% of all sales from Dr. Test Prep PSAT/SAT courses to support GMC initiatives in literacy, project-based learning, and instilling growth mindsets in students, families, and staff.
