About Community Schools

About Community Schools

A community school is a public school – the hub of its neighborhood, uniting families, educators, and community partners to provide all students with top-quality academics, enrichment, health and social services, and opportunities to succeed in school and in life.

• They often are part of community-wide initiatives. Learn more

• They are driven by a four-part framework that focuses on opportunities for young people, collaborative practices, capacity-building supports, and stakeholder engagement. Learn more

• They use field-tested standards. Learn more

• They are getting results. Learn more

• To learn more about community schools, visit What is a Community School or What is a Community School Initiative?