Our Mission
We prepare students to become college graduates and productive citizens through educational enrichment, mentoring, community involvement and exposing students to higher learning and life-changing experiences.
The Latest
Get news, events and updates on The 12 sent directly to your inbox. You can make an impact by simply subscribing and sharing the content you enjoy.
Golfing For Grads 9th Annual Tournament
Come play golf and help underserved students become college graduates. All Proceeds go towards Turner 12 Inc. Saturday, September 23, 2023Buffalo Creek Golf Club624…
The Turner 12 on Channel 8 News | WFAA
High school students distribute meals, masks to families in South Dallas.
Ensuring students are ready for college and careers when they graduate
Our students participate in activities, which provide them with extra support and preparation for academic success.
In order to improve college graduation rates, students must be prepared to compete successfully on a global level. To do this we must close the achievement gap ensuring students are ready for college and careers when they graduate.
Dr. John B. King, Jr., Senior Deputy Commissioner for P-12 Education for New York’s State Board of Regents
There are many ways to get involved and make a positive impact in the lives of our students and families.
No matter the challenges our students face, they’re proving they can succeed. However you choose to get involved with The Turner 12 makes a difference.
I am grateful for the opportunity to serve in the development of these students and thrilled to have a front row seat to watch them as they grow to greatness.
John Carter, Founder & Executive Director
In 1999, I asked a question of a fellow teacher that ultimately changed my life.
John Carter, Founder & Executive Director of The Turner 12, Inc.