From slavery to freedom, education has persisted as one of the most sought after opportunities, but in today's society, education and opportunities that led people to places and prominent positions have become elusive for many students.

Believing that education is a basic right that should be guaranteed to all students, Reverend Marion B. Robinson, Pastor of Saint Matthew African American Episcopal Church and former Wake County Sheriff John H. Baker, Jr., organized the Task Force for Student Success in January 2000 after the News & Observer published an article in December 1999 titled " Worlds Apart". The purpose for organizing the task force was to examine how parents, churches, interested citizens and community organizations could work together to help close the achievement gap between students of color and their peers that was detailed in the "Worlds Apart" article.

The task force is made up of parents, students, organizations and community leaders, and has worked diligently since it was organized in 2000 to provide strategies to help improve student achievement and encourage parents to advocate and get involved in the education of their children. The task force is a 501c3 tax exempt organization and donations are tax deductible.

"The mission of the Task Force for Student Success is to bring parents, students, educators, churches, interested citizens and organizations together to plan, develop and implement strategies to help close the academic achievement gap".

To improve student performance and help close the academic achievement gap.

To involve the home, school, church, and community in improving student achievement and performance.

To emphasize the need for greater parental involvement in the education and achievement of their children.

To assist the public school system in the education of all children.