● Athletes Learning & Literacy
Operation ALL
Operation ALL connects athletes with schools and communities to support learning and literacy through presence, participation, and care. Rooted in access and relationship-building, ALL focuses on showing up where learning happens.
Through school visits, reading sessions, and community partnerships, Operation ALL reinforces the importance of literacy while creating moments of encouragement, connection, and shared responsibility.
● Operation Overview
What Operation ALL Does
Operation ALL centers on learning, literacy, and presence. Through school visits, reading sessions, and classroom partnerships, athletes show up as role models who reinforce confidence, curiosity, and the value of education.
By meeting students where they are, Operation ALL creates moments of connection that extend beyond the classroom and help make learning feel personal, fun, and shared.
How It’s Structured
Operation ALL is built through partnerships with schools, educators, and community organizations. Each activation is intentionally simple and adaptable, allowing educators and athletes to collaborate in ways that support existing classroom goals.
The structure prioritizes consistency, trust, and respect for learning environments, while remaining flexible to meet the needs of each school or community.
What it Includes
Operation ALL experiences often include athlete-led reading sessions, classroom conversations, and learning-based activities coordinated with teachers. Preparation, materials, and scheduling are handled collaboratively to ensure each visit is meaningful and age-appropriate.
The focus is always on presence, encouragement, and reinforcing positive learning behaviors.
Engagement Format
Operation ALL events range from one-time classroom visits to ongoing school partnerships. Some engagements are short and focused, while others build continuity over weeks or months.
This flexibility allows Operation ALL to respond to different educational settings while maintaining a consistent mission around literacy and learning support.
Who It’s For
Operation ALL serves elementary and middle school students, while programming tailored to age, literacy level, and classroom context. Each experience is designed to be inclusive, encouraging, and accessible.
By connecting students with athletes who value education, Operation ALL helps reinforce the idea that learning matters - on and off the field.
● Operation ALL
What an ALL Event Looks Like
Each visit begins in partnership with educators. Teachers help select a book aligned with what students are currently learning, grounding the experience in the classroom curriculum.
classroom
collaborationAn athlete or trusted community member joins the class to read the selected book aloud. These visits center on presence and connection - showing students that learning can be shared, personal, and engaging.
COMMUNITY-LED
READ ALOUD Students are encouraged to ask questions, share thoughts, and connect with the guest in an open, welcoming environment. Conversations are shaped by curiosity, reflection, and play.
student engagement & conversationBy meeting people from their broader community, students see examples of positive paths, diverse careers, and different ways of showing up in the world - helping them imagine who they might become.
real-world
role modelsEach visit brings something new into the school day. A fresh voice, a shared story, a genuine interaction transform routine learning into a moment of excitement and connection.
joyful disruptionOperation ALL is designed to grow - expanding into book clubs, deeper literacy programming, and educational resource networks that continue to support learning through community connections.
looking ahead● Leadership & Collaborators
Meet the People Behind Collective ARC
Aiden McFadden
founder, athlete & community builderAiden’s, our very own founder, vision of collective action and community care continue to guide Collective ARC today.
Community Partners
Artists, volunteers & organizersEvents are powered by local artists, volunteers, and partners who bring their skills, time, and care to each event. From creative leaders to logistical support, ARC is built through collaboration,
You Belong Here
get involvedAs Collective ARC grows, so will the people behind it. We’re always open to new collaborators who want to show up, contribute, and help shape what comes next.
● Program Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
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Operation ALL visits are scheduled in collaboration with schools and educators throughout the academic year. Timing varies based on classroom schedules, curriculum needs, and partner availability. For the latest visit announcements and upcoming opportunities, follow along on social media and check the events page.
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Visits are led by athletes and community members who care deeply about learning, literacy, and showing up for young people. While athletes often participate, Operation ALL also welcomes professionals from a wide range of fields who want to inspire students through shared reading and conversation.
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Books are chosen in partnership with teachers and align with what students are currently learning in the classroom. This ensures each visit supports existing curriculum goals while remaining engaging and age-appropriate.
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We work with elementary, middle and high school students. Each visit is shaped to meet students where they are developmentally and academically.
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The goal is to create meaningful moments of connection around literacy - helping students see reading as accessible, engaging, and human. Visits introduce positive role models, encouraging curiosity, and show students that learning extends beyond the classroom.
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Educators, schools, and potential facilitators can reach out through the website to explore partnership opportunities, request a visit, or learn more about future programming like book clubs and educational resource networks.
● Contact
Get in Touch.
Whether you’re curious about our operations, interested in attending an event, or exploring a partnership, we’re here to talk.