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With the support of a dedicated Hub School Coordinator, each school-community \u2014students, families, educators, and local partners \u2014 invests in the six key practices of community schools:<\/p>\n
Rigorous, community-connected classroom instruction<\/strong><\/span>
\nTeaching and learning in the school integrates high-quality instruction with rigorous content and real-world relevance that reflects students\u2019 experiences, identities, the local community, and the world. The curriculum is standards-based and supports students to engage in meaningful inquiry-based learning and problem-solving.<\/p>\nPowerful student and family engagement<\/strong><\/span>
\nFamilies and students actively participate in the school\u2019s decision-making. They are partners in setting goals and shaping the school\u2019s culture, policies, and programs through strong partnerships. Schools become hubs providing opportunities for adults and young people.<\/p>\nExpanded and enriched learning opportunities<\/strong><\/span>
\nBefore- and after-school, weekend, summer, and extended-day programs provide expanded time and enriched learning experiences. These opportunities are aligned with classroom instruction, connect to enrichment and cultural activities, and individualized support.<\/p>\nCulture of belonging, safety, and care<\/strong><\/span>
\nSchool staff work with students, families, and peers to foster a safe and welcoming place. Each person in the school community finds value in a rich diversity of experiences and feels encouraged to share their own views, knowledge, and culture.<\/p>\nIntegrated systems of support<\/strong><\/span>
\nTo foster well-being and a healthy learning environment, a dedicated team of school staff and community partners employ a systematic, data-based approach to services, supports, and opportunities.<\/p>\nCollaborative leadership, shared power and voice<\/strong><\/span>
\nFamilies, students, teachers, principals, and community partners co-lead work and professional learning. They share data and make decisions together through formal structures and through more informal engagement.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"DID YOU KNOW THAT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ARE PART OF A NATIONAL EQUITY STRATEGY? + ","content":"In Boston, we are centering our implementation around the Community Schools Forward framework<\/a> developed by the Brookings Institute, National Center for Community Schools, Coalition for Community Schools, and IEL. This model builds on the four pillars of community schools and adds a direct connection to academic learning and SEL, two priority areas for BPS. <\/p>\n"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"\u201cThis strategy allows the culture of the community to live and breathe throughout the academic setting, and throughout the lives of our children.”<\/strong><\/div>","background_color":"#1e73be","text_color":"#ffffff"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content","content":"\u5730\u70b9<\/strong>
\nTwenty Boston Public Schools across the City\u2014representing all grade levels and a variety of communities\u2014are Community Hub Schools as of the 2024\u20132025 school year.
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