It takes a Village to raise, educate, affirm, and inspire a child. We understand that, to do that, there needs to be a comprehensive and expansive set of resources and services available to families. We have been listening to what you need and creating our programs in response. We want all students and their families in Tompkins County to not only survive but thrive.
Youth & Family Advocacy
The Village is here to advocate for the ever-changing needs of students and families in public schools and related systems throughout Tompkins County. Our Village staff and volunteers advocate for both individual families and all children by engaging in conversations with teachers, principals, administrators and other community organizations. We use our voice as an organization to amplify the voices of those who have not traditionally been heard.
Academic Support & Mentoring
The Village staff collaborates with the Ithaca City School District to provide academic support in a safe, student centered environment, both as community partners within the schools and/or serving as alternative instructors for K-12 students outside of regularly scheduled classroom settings. Our ethos begins in relationship so that each student’s learning needs become the means for them to reach and exceed their educational goals.
System Change
We reduce barriers to access for families and students and work within oppressive systems to end discriminatory practices. We consult with teachers and administrators who want to end racism and other systems of oppression within the public education system and support homeless youth during their school years and beyond.
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