Community Schools in Burnaby

Burnaby Rotary Club PresentationMarch 5, 2010

A community school is a regular school with special belief in, and emphasis on the value of community involvement.

7 Community Schools• Gilmore

• Lochdale

• Stoney Creek

• Second Street

• Edmonds

• Stride

• Maywood

Community Schools are places…to learn

to play

to gain new skills

to feel safe

to get help for basic needs

to share resources

to get information

to become involved

to work together

to solve neighbourhood problems

It’s a place where children, students, staff, families, residents, agencies, and local businesses come together to build a strong and caring community.

It’s about making a difference and building strong vibrant communities

Community Schools are a hub for…

• Early learning Programs for Families

• Supporting new immigrant families

• Youth activities and leadership training

• Coordination of agency services for children and families

• Adult continuing education classes

• Summer programs for all ages

• Celebrations, events, and projects to connect the community

• Volunteer opportunities

Issues & Challenges• Food Security• Volunteers• Affordability• Under/Unemployment• Need for low cost / no cost out-of-school programs for

children

Current focus for community schools

Out-of-school programming

• Low cost / no cost• Creative programs for 9-12 year olds

• Creative partnerships for future childcare