

Every Step of the Way
Community Schools
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From Student to Leader: Shaping the Next Generation through Community Schools
From Children’s Aid student to Community School Director, Ivette Medina now leads Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School, supporting students and families every day.
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How a Community School Director Brings Opportunity to Bronx Students
Manuel Navedo is creating programs that open doors and expand possibilities for middle schoolers.
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Community School Coordinator Spotlight: Cheryl Marks
Cheryl Marks uses her past experience as a record label executive to mentor Staten Island youth.
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Community School Coordinator Spotlight: Griseliris Concepcion
Griseliris Concepcion returned to Washington Heights to serve youth and families in her community.
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Salomé Ureña Leadership Academy Named in Top 10 Shortlists for World’s Best School Prize
A Children’s Aid community school is shortlisted for a prestigious award.
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How a Bronx Community School Director Helps her Students Thrive
Cherron Murray was inspired to pursue a career in education thanks to her fourth-grade teacher.
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How a Dancer Became a Community School Director
Shannon Heffernan turned her love of dance into a career in schools.
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The Unique Impact of Community Schools
Community schools work to transform students’ education through a holistic approach.
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On Staten Island, An Oasis for Generations of Families
The Goodhue Center has been a staple in the lives of families living on Staten Island’s North Shore.
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How a Community School Director Enriches Education for School Children
Sandra Romero organized fun and engaging activities for students during the summer and has bigger plans for the start of the school year.
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After a Long Detour, Tom Hepworth Finds His Place at Curtis High School
Community School Director Tom Hepworth helps students realize their potential.
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Migdalia Cortes Found Fulfillment in an Unexpected Career
For Migdalia, being a Community School Director is more than just a job