LAS VEGAS – Sage Collegiate Public Charter School, a free, public K-8 school authorized by the State Public Charter School Authority, is partnering with Raise the Future, a renowned organization committed to connecting youth in foster care. The partnership will integrate social-emotional learning into its educational framework, further fostering the personal and academic development of its students.
“Raise the Future’s expertise and commitment to at-risk children align perfectly with Sage Collegiate’s vision of creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment for all students,” said Jennifer Braster, board chair of Sage Collegiate. “This collaboration aims to introduce a transformative addition to the school’s curriculum, enhancing the lives of its students while providing a top-quality education to the community.”
Raise the Future will work closely with the school’s staff to provide essential support for students who have faced disadvantages. Its experienced team will actively engage with classrooms, offering valuable feedback on behavior and support, equipping teachers with the tools necessary for effective social-emotional development.
“We want to help students better themselves and understand the possibilities and potential in their lives,” said Sandra Kinne, lead founder and executive director of Sage Collegiate. “We are grateful for the opportunity to serve them through this partnership and continuing to provide outstanding educational services.”
Sage Collegiate’s partnership with Raise the Future aligns with its commitment to its core tenets, including:
Leading with Urgency: Recognizing that students cannot afford to wait, Sage Collegiate embraces best practices to meet students’ needs effectively and efficiently.
It Takes a Village: The school values the partnership with families and the community, understanding that family participation is essential to students’ success.
Data-Driven Instruction: Sage Collegiate prioritizes data analysis and regular professional development sessions to support students in achieving their goals.
Raise the Future has an impressive track record of helping students who have been or are currently in foster care. According to its data, those who benefit from its services are 110% more likely to attend college and 75% achieve higher incomes, setting the stage for a brighter future.
Sage Collegiate is now in its second school year after opening its doors in August 2022, and it continues to be authorized by the State Public Charter School Authority.
For more information about Raise the Future, visit www.raisethefuture.org.
To learn more about Sage Collegiate Public Charter School or to enroll your student today, visit www.sagecollegiate.org.
ABOUT SAGE COLLEGIATE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
Sage Collegiate offers a seamless transition from elementary school to middle school and a structured environment focused on eliminating opportunity and achievement gaps. Founded on the belief that all children can excel in an achievement-orientated environment, Sage Collegiate draws on best practices from some of the highest-performing urban public charter schools throughout the country: an extended school day, longer school year; twice as many literacy minutes as in other local schools; extensive training and support of teachers; and a school culture infused with structure and zest.
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Originally published in Nevada Business Magazine. To read the entire article, go to www.nevadabusiness.com/