United Way Community Schools advance student success by meeting students' and families’ basic needs and building trusting relationships. Over the past year, Community Schools reported:
There are 16 United Way community schools serving 8,000+ kids in four Erie County School Districts: Erie’s Public Schools, Girard School District, Iroquois School District and Union City School District.
Community Schools rely on many partners, including school districts, social service organizations, businesses, the public sector, universities and more. Below are the key features that must exist for a successful Community School to be established.