Patterson Park Public Charter School believes that it is an integral part of the surrounding  community—it draws strength from the community and the community draws strength from the school. The goals of the community school effort are to create improved outcomes for students, achieve greater family stability and involvement, improve attendance and school climate, and support a stronger surrounding community.

As a Community School, PPPCS creates a network of partnerships with other community resources that promote student achievement and family and community well-being. Our integrated focus on academics, enrichment, health and social supports, youth and community development, recreation, employment, adult education and family engagement leads to student success, stronger families and healthy communities.  These partnerships also allow PPPCS to be a resource to the community and offer programs and opportunities that are open to all. These include tutoring, arts and enrichment activities, health and nutrition services, mentoring, family workshops and career enhancement.  Most programs are offered at low to no cost and adult programs are generally open to the community. 

PPPCS uses the amenities of the surrounding community as an integral part of its curriculum.  Our students regularly visit Patterson Park and the educational attractions of Baltimore City, truly making the City their classroom.  Additionally, PPPCS students give back to their community through service learning and civic engagement activities.

To learn more about the Community School Initiative at PPPCS, please contact Dr. Obara, Community School Coordinator, at LObara@pppcs.org.