California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP)
The Contra Costa County Office of Education provides technical assistance and support to local school districts implementing the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP), which supports schools' efforts to partner with community agencies and local government to align community resources to improve student outcomes.
Find your state, regional, and local resources and information below to support community schools in your district:
Frequently Asked Questions about Community Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Community Schools![]()
What does a Community School Look Like?
Community schools differ based upon the needs of the local community as well as the resources provided by the school and community partner. Some community schools are open beyond the hours of the traditional school day for after school activities, which often include tutoring and enrichment activities for children, as well as workshops and community services. Many community schools operate year-round to serve both children and their families. Community schools are designed to intentionally and collaboratively address the economic and social barriers that are the underlying cause of the opportunity and achievement gaps.
Which Schools in Contra Costa County are Community Schools?
- Antioch Unified
- John Swett Unified
- Mt. Diablo Unified
- Pittsburg Unified
- West Contra Costa Unified
- Aspire Charter School
What is the Role of the County Office of Education?
The Contra Costa County Office of Education plays an important role in convening local government service agencies to support community school initiatives on behalf of all the school districts in the county. This supports more efficient programs, systems, and resource allocation changes as it would avoide the complication of each school district negotiating its own partnership with county agencies.
