Community Schools
An evidence-based equity strategy that works!
Great strides have been made by Community School initiatives across the nation in their efforts to improve student learning, stronger families and healthier communities. Community Schools work in partnership with their students, families and communities to set specific goals tailored to their local context. Many see a positive impact in attendance, school climate and culture, family and community engagement, academic achievement, graduation rates and college readiness.
The Pacific American Foundation (PAF Ohana) is proud to be the lead agency for the Community Schools Projects at Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School and Olomana School.
Community Schools
An evidence-based equity strategy that works!
Great strides have been made by Community School initiatives across the nation in their efforts to improve student learning, stronger families and healthier communities. Community Schools work in partnership with their students, families and communities to set specific goals tailored to their local context. Many see a positive impact in attendance, school climate and culture, family and community engagement, academic achievement, graduation rates and college readiness.
The Pacific American Foundation (PAF Ohana) is proud to be the lead agency for the Community Schools Projects at Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School and Olomana School.
As an alliance, the Coalition for Community Schools is represented by leaders of all ages, stages and contexts from youth to grandparents; from educators to elected officials; from families to institutions; from health & human services to out of school time; and from government agencies to grassroots organizations.
Together, we work to grow excellent and sustainable Community Schools. The Coalition is dedicated to advancing this mission through a shared set of principles: to build on community strengths, invest in trusting relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) is the home of the Coalition for Community Schools, acting as the intermediary between the Coalition’s national intermediaries and place-based networks. IEL supports the work throughout the entire organization and intentionally staffs the Coalition to facilitate the development and implementation of a shared strategic plan.
The Pacific American Foundation is proud to be working with the Coalition and IEL as part of the PAF Ohana at WEIS and Olomana Schools.
Hi’ilani Bush, Olomana School
Hiilani@thepaf.org
Kainani Kahunanui, Waimanalo Elementary and Intermediate School
Kainani@thepaf.org