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School Improvement Strategy

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A community school is a "whole-child" school improvement strategy where the district and school work closely with teachers, students, families, and partners.
 
Community school strategies can be effective approaches to mitigate the academic and social impacts of emergencies that affect local communities, improve school responsiveness to student and family needs, and organize school and community resources to address barriers to learning. Community schools often include four evidence-informed programmatic features, which are aligned and integrated into high-quality, rigorous teaching and learning practices and environments:
 
  • Integrated support services.
  • Family and community engagement.
  • Collaborative leadership and practices for educators and administrators.
  • Extended learning time and opportunities.
 

At the heart of the Community Schools model are four main pillars that form the foundation of its success.
Expanded and Enriched Learning Time and OpportunitiesAfter-school, weekend, and summer programs Integrated Student SupportsMental/Physical Health Supports and social services Collaborative Leadership and PracticesA culture of professional learning, trust, and continuous improvement Active Family and Community EngagementParents/caregivers in the school as partners, leaders, and learners