Community

At the New Haven Public Schools (NHPS) we believe that, although the school is the primary place for learning, the community also has a vital role to play in the success of our schools and our children.
 
NHPS works diligently with community partners to develop programs that directly serve our students, both during the school year and in the summer months.  From financial support for important programs to individual time spent in a classroom helping a student improve their reading skills, community support and involvement is critical to helping our students know that their success is important to all of us.
 
o  New Haven Public School Foundation (NHPSF) – coordinates individual volunteers and awards mini-grants for special school programs
 
o  District Wellness Committee – promotes and advises activities of the district’s first ranked wellness policy and links with School Wellness Teams
 
o  Working Group on School Food – partnership of CitySeed Farmers’ Market, NHPS food director, and District Wellness Committee to sustain advances made in the food program
 
o  Community Engagement Team (CET) – promotes accountability and stronger community relationships
 
o  School Planning & Management Team (SPMT) – parents, teachers, and administrators at each school develop and evaluate plans for student achievement
 
o  Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) – provide ongoing support to students and school staff at each school
 
o  Yale University has a strong partnership with the district through various programs including the School of Music, Medical School, Teachers’ Institute, and student internships
 
o  Important partnership with local health services – 17 School-Based Health Centers