Our Story
"Education must focus on personalized learning and advocacy, so students are empowered with the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully reach their goals."
Dr. Tank
TANK EdDucates LLC is dedicated to culturally responsive pedagogy and life skills education, specifically targeting disadvantaged populations. Our organization utilizes a student-centered approach to teaching, training, and mentoring, identifying individuals' cultural strengths to promote education, learning engagement, and outcomes. We support students, school districts, faculty, colleges/universities, government agencies, community stakeholders, and organizations.
The organization was founded by Dr. Emmanuel Cherilien, an Education Specialist (Ed.D.) with over 20 years of experience in education and leadership. Dr. Cherilien, also known as "Dr. Tank," currently serves on the Board of Directors for Catholic Partnership Schools in Camden County, NJ. He is a certified DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) coach and motivational speaker focused on dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline. He is also a professor, education consultant, and the director of the T.A.N.K Mentoring Program. This program assists the state of New Jersey mentor formerly incarcerated individuals with re-entry success. He brings extensive expertise in various subjects, including servant leadership, social-emotional learning, and social justice. Dr. Cherilien’s research on college access in underserved communities inspired the formation of TANK EdDucates LLC.
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
Malcolm X
Our Mission
The mission of TANK EdDucates LLC is to change lives through education by promoting culturally responsive pedagogy and life skills education, specifically targeting underserved populations.
Our Vision
Our vision is to empower at-risk communities and organizations to achieve their goals through culturally responsive strategies.
#ChangingLivesThroughEducation
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Ms. Murphy, Teacher of the Year
Virginia
Thank you for adding fuel to the fire that we are trying to keep burning in the lives of our students. Your message was right on time with what we are currently teaching in class. Phoebus High School truly appreciates you for taking the time out to speak to us.
Ms. Rizzo, Hampton Schools
Virginia
Dr. Tank spoke to some of our young scholars this afternoon and I was so impressed. He keeps it real and gives real, meaningful insight. Thank you Dr. Tank, grateful to have been a part of it.
Dr. Tara Whitfield, CEO
D&T Academics LLC, New York
Tank EdDucates LLC is a phenomenal company which thrives on helping others overcome educational obstacles. Dr. Tank has a diverse background when it comes to assisting others which include coaching, motivational speaking, and tutoring. Dr. Tank and his company have met and exceeded all expectations.