NEIGHBORHOOD K-5 MICRO SCHOOLS Building a strong foundation for more
6th grade ready
students in Chattanooga.
Jonathan Andres, First Grade The King School
WHAT ARE MICRO SCHOOLS?
In partnership with churches, using existing facilities, leveraging the backbone of Chattanooga Christian School.
One class per grade with one master teacher and twelve students per class. Focused on fundamentals, especially reading and math.
Diverse population, both ethnically and socio-economically. All families are invested, some paying full tuition and others partially scholarshipped.
Using existing wrap-around care to serve whole families, working with social service agencies for sustainable neighborhood renewal.
Diego Lopez, Kindergarten The King School
Small Kindergarten through 5th grade schools located in underserved neighborhoods.
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HOW WILL THIS BENEFIT CHATTANOOGA?
37%
Over 60% of 3rd graders in area public schools are NOT proficient in reading*
3rd graders who are not proficient in reading are
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63% non proficient readers proficient readers
4X
more likely to drop out of school before graduating.**
AN EARLY FOUNDATION IS KEY Partnering with families of kindergarten age students will increase academic success and provide a pipeline for more “6th grade ready” young leaders in area public middle schools.
* UnifiEd, 2015 school year statistics ** American Education Research Association
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We believe in fostering partnerships towards
child’s needs as well as the family. The Olivet Baptist Church
a vision that every child in our community may
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reach their full potential.
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The educational foundation of our children is too important
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represents a vehicle for this holistic approach.
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URBAN LEAGUE OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA
UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA
Warren E. Logan Jr., President and CEO
Lesley Scearce, President and CEO
CHATTANOOGA DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA
Lurone Jennings, Administrator
Rebecca Suttles, Director of Scholarships
The children of Chattanooga deserve every option made
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The opportunity for students to learn in a small yet
possible for a quality education. I am excited to support The
diverse environment can create a solid academic,
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King School as the newest option to create smarter students
social, and emotional foundation for them to flourish
and stronger families for our city.
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in and out of school.
A WELL-VETTED INITIATIVE
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OLIVET BAPTIST PASTORAL TEAM Chris Sands, Bishop Kevin Adams, and Joe Jackson
DEBBIE FOSTER First Grade Teacher
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We owe it to every child in Chattanooga, those of us who are involved in education, to ensure every child receives a high-quality education. Chad Dirkse, President of CCS Times Free Press, 2/3/19
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THE FLAGSHIP SCHOOL • The King School name was chosen because of the location on MLK Blvd. • Classes will begin in mid-August 2019 for the 2019-2020 school year. • The school will eventually go through 5th grade, but will start with Kindergarten and 1st grade.
OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH located on MLK Boulevard
POSSIBLE LOCATIONS FOR FUTURE MICRO SCHOOLS • Glenwood
• The cost for the school year, excluding after school care, will be $6,500 per student. • CCS will administer the school. Olivet Baptist Church will provide facilities at no cost. • Every child will be known by name.
Collaborating social service agencies include:
• Highway 58 • East Lake
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• Alton Park
THE EDUCATION MODEL • Language-rich classroom environments
• A variety of art experiences
• Math instruction that includes coding and real-world problem solving
• Flexible seating options that allow students to move as they learn
• The study of history and science in connection with other subjects
• An emphasis on building relationships between the school, church, and family
• Bible and technology integration across the curriculum
• Regular visits to the CCS main campus, STEM, Art, and Library Rooms
• Individualized literacy instruction
• Weekly chapel time • Frequent progress monitoring
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Small classroom size, mast environments, strong math have all proven over tim Shonda Caines, Lower School Head and
THE FINANCE MODEL
$6,500 PER YEAR PER STUDENT
5 STUDENTS PAY $6,500
ways to contribute: scholarship one student for one year
7 STUDENTS PAY $500
Why this works: • Leverages the infrastructure of CCS including administration, HR, support staff, facilities, and educational expertise
$6,000 scholarship one student for six years (k-5)
$36,000
• Eliminates on-site facility cost and maintenance due to church partnership • Provides sustainability because the financial burden ends at 5th grade • Mixes full-pay families with students on need-based financial aid
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Director of Exceptional Education, CCS
scholarship a full grade (7 kids) for six years (k-5)
$252,000
GIVE CASH
MICRO SCHOOL OPPORTUNITY FUND
- BY MAIL Enclose a check made payable to: Community Foundation Greater Chattanooga (CFGC) 1400 Williams Street Chattanooga, TN 37408 Memo line: “Micro School Opportunity Fund” - THROUGH OUR WEBSITE FOR CREDIT OR DEBIT Go to cfgc.org. Scroll to the bottom and click “DONATE NOW.” Choose “Micro School Opportunity Fund” in the “...designated toward” drop down menu. -BY WIRE Contact Marisa Ogles at CFGC for details: mogles@cfgc.org, 423.265.0586 -PLEDGE See enclosed pledge card. GIVE SECURITIES
Marisa Ogles, Vice President, Donor Services and Engagement Donorservices@CFGC.org 423.265.0586
Contact Marisa Ogles at CFGC for details: mogles@cfgc.org, 423.265.0586
TWO-YEAR FUNDRAISING TARGET 2019-2020 School Year ........................................................ $462,000 The King School-K......................................................................... $252,000 The King School-1st........................................................................$210,000 2020-2021 School Year........................................................... $714,000 The King School-K......................................................................... $252,000 New Location-K.............................................................................. $252,000 New Location-1st.............................................................................$210,000 Admissions & Advancement Costs.....................................$130,000 Two-Year Total:..................................................................... $1,306,000
All gifts go directly to CFGC and will be used for Micro School Scholarships that are awarded by CFGC.
It’s You I Like It’s you I like, It’s not the things you wear, It’s not the way you do your hair But it’s you I like The way you are right now, The way down deep inside you Not the things that hide you, Not your toys They’re just beside you. But it’s you I like Every part of you, Your skin, your eyes, your feelings Whether old or new. I hope that you’ll remember Even when you’re feeling blue That it’s you I like, It’s you yourself It’s you. It’s you I like.
a CHATTANOOGA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL initiative
Fred Rogers, Mister Rogers Neighborhood