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Laying the Foundation
Our strategic approach began with developing and implementing a new model focused on system-wide change in the following areas:
Improve and Standarize Academics
Our enhanced curriculum is designed to help students develop strong academic skill sets and a mindset for success at an early age. CCS makes targeted investments in Science, Math, Latin/Greek, Fine Arts, Music, and many other innovative programs to prepare students well beyond their time at CCS co-sponsored academies.
Lay Governance
Shifting oversight from a parish to a regional lay board, with volunteer expertise in business, education, facilities, etc. to enable our schools to better adapt to academic and financial demands.
Consolidate & Renovate Struggling Schools
Upgrading school facilities, some ore than 100 years old, to create state-of-the-art learning environments, where both students and teachers can thrive.
Invest in Teachers and School Leadership
A robust professional development program and performance-based compensation system have resulted in increased teacher retention and higher student achievement rates. Programs include increased compensation, college loan forgiveness, leadership development programs, and a master's degree program in partnership with Boston College.
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Proven Results
Our partnership and financial commitment have provided the foundation and ongoing support for the five campuses our two academies:
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Collaborative Transformation
Our strategic approach has evolved into a co-sponsorship model to drive deeper collaboration and continuing improvement at our academies, positioning them for long-term success and sustainability. We collaborate with c0-sponsored academies to make decisions on:
- Strategic Planning
- School Improvements
- Leadership
- Governance
- Academics
- Financial Oversight
Enhanced Academics
Our enhanced curriculum is designed to help students develop strong academic skill sets and a mindset for success at an early age.
Lay Governance
Shifting oversight from a parish to a regional board, we brought together the expertise of business, education, and religious leaders to enable our schools to better adapt to academic and financial demands.
Building Renovations
Upgrading school facilities, some more than 100 years old, has created state-of-the-art learning environments, where both students and teachers can thrive.
Improved Faculty Support
A robust professional development program and performance-based compensation system have resulted in increased teacher retention and higher student achievement rates.