Reflections on the National Conference on Education

CSS is proud to have been an exhibitor and round table facilitator at this year's National Conference on Education by AASA, The School Superintendents Association that highlighted the role public school superintendents play in creating a supportive, inclusive, and empowering educational environment that meets the diverse needs of all students. 


Our hour-long round table session, led by CSS Senior Executive Director Cynthia Graham and supported by partnering superintendents, Dr. Lindsa McIntyre of Boston Public Schools and Dr. Norma Fernandez of Jersey City Public Schools, centered around system-wide implementation of solutions that empower students to thrive. Participants of the session represented 10 states and included school and district leaders, CBOs who partner with schools, and consultants.

We were also delighted to showcase the work of CSS at our exposition booth with a full array of materials to highlight our programs and partnership opportunities. We had engaging conversations with educational leaders from 25 states and are excited about future partnership opportunities!


We are grateful to Drs. McIntyre and Fernandez for their partnership and to all the attendees who spent time learning more about how CSS helps schools become places students want to be.

CSS Featured in NJ Governor Murphy’s Press Release on Historic School Funding Increase

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy proposed a record school funding increase for fiscal year 2025, aimed to support equal access to education and opportunity for students across the state.


We were honored at the opportunity to share our thoughts about this important proposal.


CSS CEO Dr. Jonathan Mathis shared, “For 45 years, the Center for Supportive Schools (CSS) has partnered with educators to create schools where students want to be and where they can thrive. And in this moment, we see Governor Murphy’s historic investment as an imperative to advancing educational equity and opportunity for our students, educators, leaders, and schools. As we envision a future where all students are thriving in every school, and preparing for the rigors of college, career, and otherwise, we recognize and amplify the power of partnership throughout the state to accelerate achievement, equity, opportunity, and joy among our stakeholders and constituents within our schools. It is a future that CSS envisions today and seeks to contribute to alongside leaders and partners throughout New Jersey.”


You can read the full press release here.

CSS Information Sessions

CSS virtual information sessions are in full swing, and there is still space left for you!


Join us for a one-hour program to learn more about CSS’s programs and approach to supporting schools in becoming places students want to be.


Find dates and RSVP here!

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PGC Veteran School Surveys

We would love to hear your thoughts on how we can enrich your PGC veteran school partnership experience! 


We care deeply that the schools we serve have what they need to implement and sustain the essential components of PGC each school year. Please consider filling out one or both of the surveys linked below so we can prepare to serve you!



Spotlight on CSS Staff

Celebrating Nkese Rankine

Nkese Rankine, 7 year veteran of the CSS team, was promoted to Executive Director, Community Schools Strategy. Nkese shared, "In my new role, I aspire to establish sustainable systems and introduce innovative educational approaches based on the successful strategies CSS has implemented in community schools across the United States. Additionally, I aim to enhance communication with team members, understand their needs, and support their endeavors more effectively."


Read Nkese's full spotlight

Welcoming New Staff

We are excited to welcome our newest CSSers to the team!


Joining us are:

  • Angel Morales, Community School Director
  • Michaela Meckel, Director, Evaluation & Data Management


We are grateful they have chosen to join our team!


Read their bios


See CSS's current job openings

Join us on social media and keep an eye on our blog to be inspired by the stories of CSS staff and our partner educators, students, and alum in the CSS network.


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Check-In Prompt:



Consider how you're feeling and what you're needing as you enter our space.


Who is a woman, past or present, that you could use in your corner to support your needs.

March Check-In Activity

Directions:

  1. When gathering your group, check-in using the prompt provided.
  2. Once everyone has had a chance to share, reflect using the following questions:
  • What was it like to participate in this check-in?
  • How are you feeling now as compared to when we started our time together?
  • What commonalities did you notice in our responses?
  • What else, if anything, would you like to share with this group?

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