Transforming Our Schools, Transforming Our Community. Together!

Boyle Heights

Our Story In 2010, General Assembly was formed Engaged over 4,000 residents in planning phase Created comprehensive plan and shared vision In 2011, we began implementing without funds but lots of passion, commitment, & creativity.

Our Shared Vision

Long-Term Commitment Towards Our Community Plan Early Learning School & Student Success (K-College) Healthy Environments Stable Housing Safe Spaces Economic Development

Individuals and Families Systems and Policies Schools and Community Creating Change at Three Levels

Organize parents, youth, educators, and partners around the community plan; – Resident-Led Governance Structure – Cross-Issue Organizing Team Implement Community-School Model at Three Schools – Relationships – Structures – Culture and Practices Work with local and national partners to build community power and lift up needs & successes How We Do Our Work

Our Model in Action

Synergy Around Three Shared Goals For Mendez HS Measurable goals  Improve graduation rates  Track and support students to go to college;  Strengthen school culture and wellness supports

Community School Model at Mendez School-based structures Academic Team Keep track of the data Structures for coordination and collaboration Collective impact initiatives around shared goals Graduation Spark College is a Plan Ongoing learning & reflection Wellness Team Ongoing look at student and parent needs Leverage partnerships to launch Wellness Series Stronger integrated student supports Broad school and community support for Wellness Center Campaign Student, Parent & Teacher Leadership

Early Results 74%

Stronger Culture and Systems for Prevention

Lessons Learned

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