What is a Community School?

A community school is a "whole child" school improvement strategy through community engagement. Like every good school, Community Schools must be built on a foundation of powerful teaching that includes challenging academic content and supports students' mastery of 21st century skills and competencies.

Why Community Schools?

Community Schools are a strategic way to attain:

• Equity and Access: All students and families will have access to resources, opportunities and supports to academic, social and emotional development and well-being.
• Improved Outcomes: Not only has research shown that student achievement and attendence improve, but so do social and economic outcomes of the surrounding community. (Maier, Daniel, Oakes & Lam, 2017)

Core Values

Continuous Improvement

Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to consistently seek better ways to serve our communities. We are dedicated to refining our approaches, adapting to evolving needs, and striving for excellence in all that we do.

Relentless Resilience

We hold resilience and perseverance as essential qualities in education and in life. In the face of challenges, setbacks, or adversity, we persist with determination and adaptability to create lasting positive change.

Equitable Empowerment

We are unwavering in our commitment to equity and inclusion. We encourage educators, families, and students to be active participants in their educational journeys, championing an empowering environment where diversity is celebrated, and every voice is valued.

Educational Opportunity

We advocate for educational opportunity as a fundamental right for all. Our efforts are centered on expanding access to quality education, ensuring that every child has the chance to reach their full potential.