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High Expectations with Holistic Support

By combining high academic expectations with comprehensive academic, social-emotional, and identity-affirming supports, we produce sustained student engagement and achievement, because students thrive when they are both challenged and deeply supported. This strategy unifies a shared belief across organizations that student potential is universal and unlockable through a combination of rigorous standards and personalized, whole-child support. It distinguishes itself from narrower academic or behavioral interventions by integrating cultural responsiveness, trauma-informed practices, inclusion, and character development within a framework of unwavering belief in every student’s capacity to succeed. While some organizations emphasize curriculum or structure, the common thread is the fusion of high expectations with multi-dimensional support to disrupt systemic inequities and foster self-efficacy.

7
orgs running it
50
activities of those orgs
12
activity groups touched
who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 7

what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Academic Advancement and Credit-Bearing Opportunities PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Supports middle school students in earning high school credit by enabling them to pass Regents exams early, advancing their academic trajectories.
  • After-School Enrichment Program PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Operates a free after-school program for grades K-8 that includes homework help and a range of extracurricular activities such as athletics, debate, robotics, STEM, dance, cheerleading, and performing arts.
  • Community and Character Development Program PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Holds daily community and character-building sessions Monday through Thursday and hosts weekly Friday community meetings featuring student performances, celebrations, and school spirit activities to foster a positive school culture.
  • Educational Field Trips and College Visits PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Organizes 3 to 4 field trips per grade annually and provides out-of-state overnight trips for 4th and 8th grade students, including college visits aligned with the academic program to broaden student experiences.
  • K-8 Academic Education Program PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Provides a comprehensive K-8 educational program focused on preparing students for admission to and success in competitive high schools and four-year colleges, including core academic instruction, social-emotional development, and hands-on learning.
  • Nutrition Services PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Provides free, nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack daily to all enrolled students.
  • Physical and Performing Arts Instruction PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Offers daily instruction and enrichment in physical education, art, dance, and performing arts during the school day, with dedicated recess and extracurricular opportunities to support holistic student development.
  • Prospective Family Engagement PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Hosts virtual information sessions and in-person school tours for prospective families, allowing visitors to explore school facilities and observe classroom instruction in elementary and middle school settings.
  • Special Education Staff Capacity Building PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    capacity building
    Coaches and supports ICT teachers, related service providers, and SETSS instructors in implementing research-based, inclusive, and student-centered special education strategies to improve instructional quality and inclusion.
  • Special Education and Inclusive Support Services PAVE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
    direct service
    Provides individualized education plans (IEPs), small-group instruction, tailored accommodations, and English language development for students with special needs and English Language Learners, supported by integrated classroom models and small-group interventions.
  • Operating student support programs ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Runs guidance, library, and transportation services to support student access and academic success.
  • Providing special education services ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Delivers special education programs and support to students with special needs, as part of its core educational mission.
  • Deliver K-8 academic instruction in core subjects NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Provides rigorous daily instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics to ensure students achieve fluency, confidence, and strong foundational skills by third grade. Students are taught to high academic standards, with consistent performance above district and city peers on New York State assessments.
  • Deliver science education with hands-on, integrated curriculum NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Implements a hands-on science program for K-4 students using the Amplify Science curriculum, integrating investigations, literacy, and digital tools. Covers life, earth, and physical sciences with cumulative progression. For middle grades, offers Earth Science, physical science, and living environment curricula aligned with state standards, including preparation for the Living Environment Regents Exam.
  • Manage school admissions through lottery and waitlist NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Operates a school admissions lottery for the 2025-2026 academic year with a deadline of April 1, 2025, and offers admission from a waitlist when seats become available, requiring acceptance within a 48-hour window.
  • Operate inclusive special education programs for students with autism and other special needs NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Provides a fully inclusive program for students on the autism spectrum and other special needs students, delivering all services required by IEPs including speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling. Maintains a co-teaching model and specialized supports such as Social Club sessions to promote social competencies.
  • Provide after-school and enrichment programming NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    direct service
    Operates after-school programs at all school sites offering homework help, enrichment activities such as science clubs, and free SHSAT preparation for middle school students to support academic advancement and engagement.
  • Provide ongoing teacher professional development NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOLS
    capacity building
    Conducts monthly meetings and offers year-round professional development to strengthen teachers’ content knowledge, skills in analyzing student work, and instructional effectiveness.