Community Schools

At ACOE, we believe that ALL schools can be full-service community schools. Our Community Schools team is here to support the sustainable implementation of the community schools strategy across our county.

The California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) defines a Community School as any school serving pre-Kindergarten through high school students using a “whole-child” approach, with “an integrated focus on academics, health and social services, youth and community development, and community engagement.”

As a school improvement strategy, community school initiatives enable the local education agency (LEA) and school to work closely with educators, students, and families to understand and address the unique needs, assets, and aspirations of the school community. Community schools then partner with community-based organizations (CBO) and local government agencies to align community resources to realize a shared vision for success.

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