Caring Communities Initiative:

We work with the highest need schools and neighborhoods in Springfield to identify and facilitate community-based strategies to address the needs of children and families.

Community Partnership’s Caring Communities Initiative was founded with the intention of allowing flexibility to respond to emerging community needs. We continue that vision and are here to be part of addressing the gaps in resources and unmet needs of children and families.

Robberson Community School’s Caring Communities representatives are Jessica Falke and Rachel Sanders. You can reach Jessica at jfalke@cpozarks.org or 417-888-2020 and Rachel at rsanders@cpozarks.org or 417-888-2020.

School Support:

Student Engagement: opportunities for students to be more engaged in school.

• After School Clubs
• Attendance Initiatives – meeting district and state attendance goals
• Mentoring Opportunities (lunch buddies, reading buddies, etc.)
• Skill building groups (good choices, anger management, self-esteem, etc.)

Family Engagement: opportunities for families to connect with the school and support the education of their students.

• Family Breakfasts
• Family Events & Activities
• Family Volunteer Opportunities

Family Support: education and support for families.

• Parent education & Support Opportunities
• Community Resource Referrals

Community Connections: facilitate community support for the school.

• Partner Recruitment & Retention
• Donations & Volunteers

Neighborhood Support:

Neighborhood Engagement: opportunities for neighbors to engage through volunteerism and participation in outreach events and activities.

• Supporting Events & Activities
• Assess & Address Neighborhood Needs

Neighborhood Organization Support: promote strong, healthy neighborhoods.

• Meeting Support
• Training & Networking Opportunities
• Goal Setting

Community Connections: facilitate community support for the neighborhood.

• Partner Recruitment & Retention
• Donations & Volunteers