Community School (noun)
– a public school that is the hub for its neighborhood
Community Schools unite families, educators, health-care professionals, and community partners to provide students and their families the high-quality educational and enrichment experiences, health care, and social services they need to build strong, vibrant, and prosperous communities.
Featured Stories
Good Things in a Small, Rural School District
Is the community school model viable in small, rural school districts? Community Resource Innovations and the Rural Community Alliance believe the answer is a resounding yes!
The Best of All Worlds for Students
The Office of Innovation for Education, University of Arkansas, led an Arkansas group to visit a set of high-tech learning opportunities on a regional campus in Michigan.
Why This Matters
National research shows when it comes to Community Schools …
Ready to transform Arkansas schools?
It all starts with:
1. Integrated support for students
2. Expanded learning time
3. Family and community engagement
4. Collaborative leadership and practice
And we can’t make any of it happen in Arkansas without people like you. Find out how you can take action today.