The Community School Initiative and the Transitional School

The Community School Initiative and the Transitional School as a collective close the existing gaps in achievement and provide holistic supports to under-achieving and justice impacted youth, many Black and racialized residing in northwest communities through mentorship, education, housing support, mental health and well-being services, and customized coordination plans. The Community School Initiative and its various components (evening and weekend tutoring, March Break Camp, and the Summer Institute) and the Transitional School provide access to caring adults to serve as protective factors enhancing the capacity building of clients to achieve their full potential. The Transitional School triages students aged 12 to 17 upon release from youth justice and adult detention facilities and those returning from suspension until they are prepared to re-engage in the regular school environment.