LINC represents an extensive system reform effort that includes education, social services, health care and community redevelopment. LINC has 48 community schools with six partner school districts, charter schools and local government. It has enjoyed broad support from the Kansas City business community and has a special relationship with the state’s social services department and other state agencies.
Health and Social Support
School-based health, community health clinic
Expanded Learning Opportunities
After school and summer programs
Early Childhood Development
Training for home-based and family child care providers
College, Career, and Citizenship
Work with TANF recipients on job training and placement
Community Engagement
Promote neighborhood engagement through school-based site councils
Youth Development
Working with foster youth aging out