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Stephens, Missy – Phi Delta Kappan, 2010
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, created a prekindergarten program for at-risk children by bringing together the entire community. With donations and volunteer help, the city managed to fund 19 classrooms serving 275 children.
Descriptors: Preschool Education, School Community Programs, Partnerships in Education, At Risk Students
National Council of La Raza, 2013
As states, districts, and schools work to improve academic rigor so that all students graduate prepared for college and careers, it has become clear that more learning time and building additional capacity within the public education system are essential. These issues have particular implications for Latino students, especially English language…
Descriptors: Hispanic American Students, Success, Academic Achievement, College Preparation
Massachusetts Department of Education, 2008
The paper presents the report on "School Breakfast and Summer Food Service Program." Pursuant to Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2007 line item 7053-1925 and Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) chapter 15 section 1G(f), this report is submitted to the Legislature. An Act establishing school-based Nutrition and Child Hunger Relief Programs was…
Descriptors: Food Service, Eligibility, Outreach Programs, Breakfast Programs
National Association of State Boards of Education, 2009
Today's society is global, multicultural, multilingual, and digitally connected. Learning no longer occurs just in the classroom, delivered by teachers. At the same time, research has repeatedly shown that no single strategy or approach will turn around low-performing schools and reengage students. As a result, districts and schools are reaching…
Descriptors: Dropout Prevention, Dropouts, Partnerships in Education, School Community Programs