University-Assisted Community Schools Implementation
University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS) leverage the human, material, financial, and academic resources of the university, school districts, and community agencies to reduce barriers to learning for students in PK-12.
The Binghamton University Couper-Owens Center for Community Schools is proud to lead
UACS implementation efforts in Broome, Tioga, and Chenango counties. In partnership
with local school districts and community agencies, Binghamton University Couper-Owens
Center for Community Schools:
- Places social workers in training within local schools and provides ongoing mental health professional development for interns and school employees
- Develops academic partnerships with schools to work on local, community-based problem solving and research
- Supports schools in their efforts to become more equitable, engaging, and supportive learning environments