Us Congress Senate Bill SR373

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 9/27/23

Caption

A resolution designating the week of September 17 through September 23, 2023, as "Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week".

Impact

The resolution highlights the positive outcomes associated with community schools, such as improved student attendance, behavior, academic achievements, mental and physical health, high school graduation rates, and reduced racial and economic achievement gaps. It emphasizes the need for continued investment in community schools, which have shown significant returns on investment by effectively mobilizing resources to engage families and communities in the educational process.

Summary

SR373 is a resolution that designates the week of September 17 through September 23, 2023, as 'Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week.' The primary goal of this resolution is to acknowledge the vital role that community school coordinators play in the educational landscape. Community schools are recognized as an effective, evidence-based strategy for enhancing student success by aligning school resources with community needs, thereby promoting overall well-being and academic performance among students.

Contention

Notably, the resolution acknowledges studies that indicate community schools can lead to better mental health care access, improve student conduct, and decrease school suspensions. Community school coordinators play an essential role in facilitating partnerships between schools and communities, delivering programs that support not just academic success, but also broad social benefits. However, the resolution does not detail any significant opposition or points of contention, focusing instead on the celebration and appreciation of coordinators and their impact on students and families.