🎶There's no school like Freedom School.🎶 In 2024, we proudly served 684 scholars, providing a space where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. 📚✨ The impact is clear: 96% of families surveyed want their children to return to Freedom School next year. Why? Because they see the difference our programs make. We are committed to breaking the cycle of summer learning loss, fostering a love for reading, and developing leaders who can impact their communities. #freedomschoolclt #summerlearning #scholarsuccess
Freedom School Partners
Education Administration Programs
Charlotte, North Carolina 1,659 followers
Building brighter futures, one book at a time.
About us
Underserved children are susceptible to falling two to three years behind in reading in large part because of the cumulative effects of summer learning loss. Freedom School Partners combats that loss by providing a unique six-week summer program that unlocks the long-term potential of children by igniting their passion for reading and learning. Our Mission is to inspire our scholars to love reading and learning, believe in themselves, and create extraordinary futures. We fulfill this mission by: 1. Delivering a culturally diverse and responsive curriculum that affirms our scholars with engaging literature and exposure to the broader community. 2. Serving families and children who lack access to high quality summer learning and enrichment opportunities and infusing every day with joy and Freedom School magic. 3. Addressing the whole child by supporting their academic, social, emotional and basic needs. 4. Offering a workforce development opportunity for college students that positions them to increase social capital and instills skills and competencies that will make them competitive in the professional marketplace. 5. Collaborating with diverse community stakeholders who contribute to and benefit from the partnerships. 6. Advocating relentlessly for our scholars by focusing on educational equity and on the root causes of academic achievement gaps.
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https://freedomschoolpartners.org/about-us/
External link for Freedom School Partners
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- Preventing Summer Learning Loss, Literacy Enrichment Summer Programs, and Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools
Locations
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Primary
1030 Arosa Avenue
Charlotte, North Carolina 28203, US
Employees at Freedom School Partners
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Nikki Keith
Driving Change: Leading the Charge for Educational Equity and Advocacy
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Aleen Jendian
Teacher at Helix Charter High School
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Janaka Bowman Lewis
Associate Dean, Curriculum and Student Success (CHESS), Professor of English at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Anna Eaton, MPA
Chief Development Officer| Driving Nonprofit Growth, Impact
Updates
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It is a joy to have such dedicated, year-round staff members who are passionate about making educational equity a reality for all scholars in Charlotte. Our staff are here because they believe in being part of something bigger than themselves—impacting scholars, families, and the broader community. Want to join us in our important work? Are you a self-starter with experience in development work who wants to be part of a dynamic team? We are currently seeking a Philanthropy Manager to join us! Apply today - - https://lnkd.in/dhn-9JvB #freedomschoolclt #cltnonprofitjobs #nowhiring #openposition #cltnc
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We believe in the power of education to transform lives including the development of our Servant Leader Interns during their academic journeys. Completing the FAFSA is the first step toward unlocking the financial resources to have a successful academic year. ❗ Don't forget to take action today! https://bit.ly/4fTtH0I #freedomschoolclt #fafsa #cltnonprofits
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Today, we want to give a shoutout to Chatt Charlotte and Fairfield Charlotte Uptown for their recent supply donations in support of our summer learning program! These generous contributions help us provide our scholars with the items they need for a successful summer.☀️ Want to get your agency or organization involved? Good news!🎇 We host supply drives each month to ensure our scholars have all the tools they need for a joyful summer of learning. Learn more about how you can get involved here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8wf9rzA #freedomschoolclt #donatesupplies #supportscholars #summerlearning #communityinvovlement #cltnonprofits
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We believe in the incredible power of a community fiercely committed to embracing, elevating, and educating all children as our own. It’s our vision to create a space where every child feels seen, heard, and supported – because when we come together, we create lasting change. As we build towards an equitable summer learning experience for all children, we are only as strong as the community that surrounds us. 💙 Want to join us in our important work? Consider making a donation to ensure summers at Freedom School continue to remain at no cost. 👉 https://bit.ly/3lHZHut #freedomschoolclt #communitysupport #supportsummerlearning #cltnonprofits #donate
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Attention Servant Leader Interns! Did you know that completing your FAFSA can open doors to financial aid? So don't forget to start your college journey right by completing the FAFSA! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3YRE3se #freedomschoolclt #fafsa #cltnonprofits #finanicalaid
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The first day of school is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to cheer on our amazing scholars as they embark on a brand new school year! We can't wait to see how they continue to grow in and out of the classroom. 🏫 Scholars, you’ve got a whole community rooting for you—stay curious, stay confident, and keep the joy of reading and learning at the center and we know you'll go far. 💙 #freedomschoolclt #backtoschool #supportscholars #cltnonprofits
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At Freedom School Partners, we value education, equity, and opportunity. That’s why we encourage our college Servant Leader Interns to complete their FAFSA! It’s a key step in ensuring you have the financial support to continue growing as a leader. Take charge of your education today by filling out your FAFSA. Ready to get started? ✔️ Explore FAFSA 2024-2025 Pro-Tips here: https://bit.ly/4dFJMFA #freedomschoolclt #fafsa #investinyourself #educationforall
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Freedom School Partners is honored to announce that we have been awarded a generous grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. This invaluable support will enable us to expand our reach, while also enhancing the quality and impact of our summer learning program. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Duke Energy Foundation for believing in our mission and supporting our continued efforts to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Charlotte scholars. ✨Duke Energy Corporation #freedomschoolclt #grantaward #makeadifference #cltcommunity
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When we look for inspiration, we don't have to look very far, our scholars shine brightest.🌈 Today we hear from a Level 1 scholar Jordynn, who reflects about her favorite parts of a Freedom School summer. ☀️ "One of the things that I have learned at Freedom School is to have fun ... and to be brave." 💙 An increase in scholar confidence is just one of the joys we witness each summer. In 2023, 87% of parents reported an increase in their scholars' confidence after participating in Freedom School. #freedomschoolclt #freedomschoolreflection #scholarvoice #cltnonprofits #nonprofitstories #cltnc