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Want to find resources, articles, and guides that help you develop effective school-community partnerships? This page has the information you need to expand your knowledge and discover new ideas. Looking for help with your projects? Join one of our lunch & learns to workshop with our team.

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We’ve gathered everything a school partner needs in one place: goal-setting guides, project ideas by category, and the tools our coaches use to help partnerships start strong. Whether you’re planning your first project or looking for a fresh idea for a school you’ve served for years, start here. Bookmark it. We add to it as our network grows, and you’ll want to see the new resources coming out regularly.

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Blog Posts and Articles

Center Middle School Partnership Highlights

Committed to supporting students and staff at Center Middle School, Universal Construction and Evangel Church have come around the principal’s goals throughout the school…

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Classroom Parties Reward Improved Attendance

Reducing chronic absences was one of Principal Sarah Pike’s goals for her Frances Willard students this year. As an attendance incentive, she offered class…

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Students Explore New Opportunities Through STEAM Clubs

After-school clubs are allowing students to explore exciting new activities in several Shawnee Mission schools. Community partners often lead or help facilitate the clubs,…

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Promoting Positive School Culture and Reading Achievement

One of Laurel Hills Elementary’s goals this year is to enhance positive school culture with staff, students and families. “Our partners have done so…

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Preparing GHS Students To Enter the Workforce

With the end of the school year on the horizon, high school students are looking for summer or full-time work after graduation. Dr. Jennifer…

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Connecting with Students Through Truman’s After-School Clubs

Truman Caring for Kids volunteers have been assisting with after-school clubs since the spring of 2018. Both the volunteers and students enjoy the clubs’…

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Celebrating Literacy on Read Across America Day

On March 1, Tomahawk Elementary hosted its first ever Read Across America Day, in conjunction with its Caring for Kids partners. Celebrated on Dr….

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Toolbox Fun at KCK After-school Club

With a heart to show the next generation how important it is to be able to fix and build things for generations to come,…

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After-school Clubs Provide Unique Experiences

Three 5-week sessions of after-school clubs have been offered to Rushton Elementary’s 2nd to 6th grade students, with 115 students currently participating. Christ Church…

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