Community schools are open beyond the regular hours – from early morning into the evening, on weekends and holidays. The school becomes a center of community life, with activities, services and supports for students, their families, as well as the wider community. Nationally, it has been demonstrated that these changes lead to improved attendance, improved academic and behavioral outcomes for students, as well as neighborhood stability and other improvements in community life.

 

Core Components of Hartford Community Schools

Below is a list of the core components of Community Schools.

(Not all of these services are yet available at all of the Community Schools)

• Extended hours before and after school, holidays, and summers

• After school programs that provide academic enrichment and align with standards

• Individualized homework help and tutoring

• Research based, hands-on curriculum for social skills, life skills and character development

• Enrichment activities – cultural, arts, computer skills, career exploration, sport and recreation, etc.

• Parent and Family Services - GED and ESL classes, job readiness, financial literacy, parenting workshops, support for basic human needs, etc.

• Medical and dental prevention and treatment

• Vision screening and corrective eyewear provision

• Individual and family mental health services

 

More services