ALL ABOUT SEE

What exactly does SEE do, and where does the money go?

 

SEE provides SEE Prep scholarships to kids, as well as hands-on, high-touch counseling to help students build their roadmaps to success in life.
We develop training materials for parents, students, and teachers. We watch every penny and run “lean and mean” to deliver stellar results for our students.

Our Inspiration for SEE

This dedication is lovingly crafted to honor the enduring legacy of Tee (and Shellie) Baur. Tee was a bridge to some of St. Louis’ most influential figures, including August Busch III, the Clay family of Enterprise, and many others. These connections played a pivotal role in the founding and growth of Seeking Educational Excellence (SEE).

SEE exists today because of Tee Baur’s extraordinary vision and boundless generosity. It all began with a simple coffee meeting after Tee saw Kevin Jackson, SEE’s eventual founder, on television. Recognizing Kevin’s potential to drive transformative change, Tee became a steadfast champion of the mission to uplift the Black community. He believed

 deeply in addressing systemic barriers and creating opportunities for those who had been held back. His unwavering support and belief in this vision laid the foundation for SEE’s success.

Though his passing came far too soon, Tee’s legacy lives on through the countless lives touched by SEE’s work. I often wish he could have seen the profound impact of his contributions, knowing how deeply they have shaped the futures of so many.

Together with his beloved wife Shellie, Tee’s committed to making a difference far beyond SEE.

Over the years, the Baur family opened their hearts and home to foster eight Black children, embodying the spirit of love, generosity, and service. Their legacy of paying it forward continues through their enduring philanthropy and the lives they’ve touched.

This dedication is a testament to Tee’s remarkable life, his unwavering belief in the power of education, and his dedication to creating a brighter future for all. His spirit lives on in every life transformed by SEE and in countless ways he and Shellie have made the world a better place.

SEE's Founder

SEE was founded by Kevin Jackson, whose personal journey exemplifies the power of opportunity and mentorship. Kevin lost his mother before the age of five, and his father spent most of Kevin’s life in San Quentin prison. Raised by his maternal grandparents—who worked for a wealthy family—Kevin’s life took a pivotal turn when his grandparents moved to Brady, Texas, to manage their employer’s 25,000-acre ranch.

The Moorman family, recognizing Kevin and his brother’s potential, treated them as their own. They provided enriching life experiences, including worldwide travel, and ensured the boys received a top-tier education at the Marine Military Academy, one of the country’s leading college preparatory schools.

Reflecting on his formative years, Kevin often says, “Every child should experience two things: growing up on a ranch and being in the military.”

Through scholarships and support, Kevin attended Southern Methodist University, where he studied Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Math. The Moorman family’s investment in his education, and their hands-on involvement helped shape his future, instilling a strong work ethic and positioning him for success in multiple fields. That foundation ultimately led Kevin to become a national voice for education, as well as a motivational speaker.

As Kevin would say, “I was one of these kids who just needed somebody to care about my education. I would do the rest.”

Meet the SEE Team

Kevin Jackson

Founder

Kevin Jackson

Founder

SEE was founded by Kevin Jackson, whose personal journey exemplifies the power of opportunity and mentorship. Kevin lost his mother before the age of five, and his father spent most of Kevin’s life in San Quentin prison.

SEE was founded by Kevin Jackson, whose personal journey exemplifies the power of opportunity and mentorship. Kevin lost his mother before the age of five, and his father spent most of Kevin’s life in San Quentin prison.

SEE was founded by Kevin Jackson, whose personal journey exemplifies the power of opportunity and mentorship. Kevin lost his mother before the age of five, and his father spent most of Kevin’s life in San Quentin prison.

Charles Love

Executive Director

Charles Love

Executive Director

Charles Love is the Executive Director of SeekingEducationalExcellence.org (SEE), an organization committed to promoting meritocracy and academic excellence in education.
Charles Love is the Executive Director of SeekingEducationalExcellence.org (SEE), an organization committed to promoting meritocracy and academic excellence in education.
Charles Love is the Executive Director of SeekingEducationalExcellence.org (SEE), an organization committed to promoting meritocracy and academic excellence in education.

Lawrence Johnson

Youth Outreach

Lawrence Johnson

Youth Outreach

Lawrence Johnson is a dedicated counselor, writer, and licensed minister with a passion for education, outreach, and cultural impact. Originally from Fresno, California, Lawrence has spent decades advocating for faith-based and community-driven solutions to today’s most pressing issues.

Lawrence Johnson is a dedicated counselor, writer, and licensed minister with a passion for education, outreach, and cultural impact. Originally from Fresno, California, Lawrence has spent decades advocating for faith-based and community-driven solutions to today’s most pressing issues.

Lawrence Johnson is a dedicated counselor, writer, and licensed minister with a passion for education, outreach, and cultural impact. Originally from Fresno, California, Lawrence has spent decades advocating for faith-based and community-driven solutions to today’s most pressing issues.

Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris

Melissa Jackson

Melissa Jackson

501c3 Certification

At SEE, we believe that every individual possesses a unique genius, and it is the collective responsibility of parents, teachers, and students themselves to discover and nurture that genius. Our mission is to end identity politics and restore meritocracy in education, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

To achieve our mission, SEE offers a range of initiatives and programs designed to support educational excellence:

SEE is dedicated to creating a brighter future for students everywhere, fostering a community of learning and growth, and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve his or her full potential.

Seeking Educational Excellence (SEE), established in 2018 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to empowering parents, students, educators, and other concerned individuals with the tools and resources necessary to break the powerful grip of public education.