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COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
The idea of community schools was born with the thought of a school becoming the center of a community , instead of just a place located within it . A community school is built on partnerships between schools and other community resources and focuses on academics , social services , and youth and community development with the goal of being a hub for students , teachers , parents and community leaders to come together to provide support and opportunities to one another .
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OFFER :
• Engaging Instruction – Community schools provide real-world learning and problem solving opportunities for students both within and outside of the classroom . Instruction goes beyond the teachers , encouraging students to engage with community leaders , local businesses and other public organizations .
• Expanded Learning Opportunities – Community schools , which are typically open 24 / 7 / 365 , offer and encourage students to pursue both academic and non-academic success by enhanced opportunities to learn and grow .
• College , Career and Citizenship – Whether this is readiness for college , technical school , or simply to enter the workforce , community schools focus on ensuring that students are comfortable and confident after graduation to become engaged members of society .
• Health and Social Support – A strong community starts with healthy members . Ensuring mental and physical well-being is a high priority in community schools .
• Community Engagement – Community schools are run by a collective number of teachers , community organizations and other stakeholders that monitor and grow the well-being of the entire community .
• Early Childhood Development – Community schools focus on ensuring that high-quality early learners enter school with confidence and readiness to learn .
• Family Engagement – Community schools offer critical support for family growth and development through activities to increase family engagement .
• Youth Development Activities – Students are given the opportunity to engage in hobbies outside of the classroom for the chance to find out what makes them excited to learn .
TEACHING THE FUTURE
Teachers are tasked every day with correcting spelling tests , entering grades , writing lesson plans , and now with integrating technology along the way . They would be doing their students a disservice if they choose to ignore the fact that technology has become woven into our daily lives , but they are taking cautious steps to ensure that they are using and teaching technology in a beneficial way . Doing so provides students with a fundamental approach to utilizing technology to increase productivity , access resources and to lay the groundwork for
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Comprehensive Special Education and Therapy Services For Children Ages 3-8 With Autism Or Other Special Needs
THREE LOCATIONS : CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP 8057 Rowan Road , Cranberry Township , PA 16066
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Contact us for information about our programs and services for children and adults with disabilities
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