Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community
Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community
Podcast Description
Welcome to Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of community schools and explore how they’re transforming education for students, families, and communities. We are hearing from educators and community members who are at the forefront of creating change and meeting the needs of the community – be it basic needs healthcare, social services supports, or social emotional learning. Tune in to hear heart-warming stories of resilience and inspiration as we transform lives through community schools.Let's connect! X: @SI_RTAC Instagram: @sbcss_iebranch Website: CCSPPSIRTAC.ORG
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on education transformation through community schools, covering topics such as community engagement, social services integration, and emotional learning support. Example episodes include discussions on parent engagement strategies, early childhood education initiatives, and personal narratives from educators who are making a difference.
Welcome to Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of community schools and explore how they’re transforming education for students, families, and communities. We are hearing from educators and community members who are at the forefront of creating change and meeting the needs of the community – be it basic needs healthcare, social services supports, or social emotional learning. Tune in to hear heart-warming stories of resilience and inspiration as we transform lives through community schools.
Let’s connect!
X: @SI_RTAC
Instagram: @sbcss_iebranch
Website: CCSPPSIRTAC.ORG
Michael Garcia, Chief Communication and Community Engagement Officer for Fontana Unified School District, shares how he strengthens partnerships with students and families by prioritizing trust and authentic connection. He reflects on how his journey in education is deeply rooted in his family’s values of servant leadership—a foundation that guides his approach today.
Michael highlights Fontana Unified’s collaborative leadership practices and explains how cross‑sector partnerships are helping expand access to housing support, digital literacy resources, and mental health services. Through this work, he is elevating parent engagement and ensuring families have the tools they need to thrive.
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