Childrens Community School - Waterbury, CT

Childrens Community School (CCS) Mission is to lay the foundation for urban students educational success by offering a robust curriculum and unique experiences, by developing their individual character and cultivating strong family involvement. Our guiding principle is to educate the mind, body, and spirit of the children. CCS provides an educational alternative for low-income families living in the Waterbury area. Most are single parents and represent a cross-section of the citys ethnic makeup. CCS has been providing a unique, high-quality, private education for 50 years. CCS is open for extended hours and has a strong focus on character development and parent involvement. This focus, the educational model and the support of hundreds of volunteers results in a 94% and higher on-time high school graduation rates for our children. Some other factors contributing to the success of the students: 1 - Class sizes are limited to no more than 16 students, allowing for in...