Meet the People Behind BTS
Educators. Mentors. Innovators.
One team committed to helping students thrive.
Our Story
Better Than School began in 1996 with a simple commitment to give children a safe place to learn, receive encouragement, and feel valued. What started as a small community tutoring program has grown into a year round organization providing academic support, enrichment, mentoring, leadership development, and real world learning experiences.
Our Mission
To provide high quality academic support, mentoring, leadership development, and experiential learning that helps young people thrive.
Our Vision
Communities where every student has access to the opportunities and support needed to become confident, resilient, and ready for the future.
The People Who Make It Possible
Executive Leadership
Founder and CEO
Cindy Martin
Director of Operations
Fabian Wright
Financial Administrator
Tilay Martin
Program Leadership
Tayler Martin
Director of OST and 21st CCLC Programs
Tori Taylor-Robertson
Director of Learning Differences
Esteyci Garcia
Compliance Specialist
Janae Wheelan
Program Coordinator
Site Leaders
Dr. Rim Nashed
Beacon Heights
Janay Brown
Columbia Park
Derrick Cole
Carmody Hills
Toni Martin
Judge Sylvania Woods