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3 - NAB Schools First for schools and the communityWhat's a school-community partnership?

A school-community partnership is a relationship between a school and at least one non-school organisation, agency or entity that is aimed at improving the educational outcomes of young people. The school and the community partner have a combined mission to improve student outcomes by:

  • Working together to address an identified need or opportunity
  • Making a clear commitment to the partnership
  • Having a strong and committed leader and leadership team
  • Sharing decision-making
  • Contributing equally to the program
  • Having a structured and well organised program, and
  • Communicating frequently and effectively.

When schools and the community come together, the benefits are endless for everyone involved.

For schools, it's having greater access to resources and improvement of student literacy, numeracy and wellbeing. For community organisations, it's having greater access to motivated and work-ready young people, as well as improved relationships within their community.

For students, it's becoming further involved in their school community and gaining increased self-esteem and confidence.

What's in it for you?

Find out how you can benefit from being involved in a NAB Schools First school-community partnership, whether you're a school, community organisation or student:

 

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