We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our partner schools that have recently been honored with the prestigious Blue Ribbon School Award! This recognition highlights these schools’ commitment to educational excellence and learning and reflects the hard work of their teachers, students, caregivers, and communities involved.
This year, we are happy to share our RWP-M partner schools that made the list:
P.S. 166 in (New York, NY)
M.S. 255 the Salk School of Science in (New York, NY)
Brooklyn School of Inquiry in (Brooklyn, NY)
Hamilton Elementary School, in (Troy, MI)
Craig Elementary School in (Lawrenceville, GA)
What Are Blue Ribbon Schools?
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, established in 1982, recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools across the United States for their overall academic excellence or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Schools are chosen based on their performance on state assessments or through their overall student success, which may take into account social, emotional, and academic growth.
The Blue Ribbon distinction is a mark of excellence that can inspire other schools to strive for similar achievements. The rigorous selection process ensures that only the most deserving schools receive this honor, establishing it as a significant accolade in the educational landscape.
Why Is This Important?
Earning a Blue Ribbon Award is not just a badge of honor; it signifies a school’s unwavering commitment to fostering an environment where students can thrive. The recognition brings several benefits:
Validation of Hard Work: The award serves as a testament to the efforts of educators, students, and the entire school community. It acknowledges the countless hours spent on professional development, innovative teaching methods, responsive instruction and a focus on literacy and learning.
Inspiration for Others: Blue Ribbon Schools become beacons of inspiration for other schools in the community and across the nation. They serve as mentors and demonstrate what is possible when collaboration, dedication, and a focus on student achievement align.
Access to Resources: Award-winning schools often gain access to additional resources, funding, and professional networks, further enhancing their capacity to support students and drive academic success.
Community Pride: Such achievements foster pride within the school community and encourage families to engage actively in the educational process, creating a supportive atmosphere for student success.
Honoring Our Award-Winning Schools
We are incredibly proud of our partner schools that have achieved this prestigious honor. Their journeys to excellence remind us of the transformative power that customized K-12 literacy professional development brings to classrooms, teachers, and—most importantly—students. Every day, these educators prove that when we invest in high-quality literacy instruction, we create thriving communities of readers and writers who have the tools to unlock their potential.
As we celebrate these achievements, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting our partner schools in the implementation of our Units of Study curriculum. We are committed to fostering growth, supporting best practices in literacy instruction, and championing every student's success. These schools are not just award-winning—they are examples of what’s possible in education, inspiring generations of learners to come.
To all our award-winning schools, congratulations! Your dedication to literacy excellence is truly remarkable, and we are honored to be on this journey with you. Together, let's continue to develop students, nurture educators, and build a brighter future for every learner.
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