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At CSLX, we believe all young people deserve access to relationship-centered, supportive, and equitable school communities where learning is culturally-rooted, inclusive, rigorous, and relevant.

Community schools offer an opportunity to co-create with educators, students, families, community partners, and public agencies to transform the way we do school.

We need each other to succeed.

CS Leaders: The Role of the Principal

We all know that principals are essential to the long-term success and sustained impact of community schools (CSs). But do you know what it takes to be the kind of leader who can be effective in the role? Designed for principals and school leaders at the forefront of community school development, this interactive session offers practical, action-oriented support for site-based leaders.

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