IMPROVING STUDENT WELL-BEING

Community Partnership Schools enhance student outcomes by turning schools into resource hubs that provide support and opportunities for students, families, and neighborhoods. This initiative, supported by the University of Central Florida (UCF), involves partnerships between school districts, universities, nonprofits, and healthcare providers. The Community Partnership Schools™ model, launched at Evans High School in 2010, aims to meet students' needs, remove academic barriers, and help them reach their full potential. United Way St. Lucie & Okeechobee is proud to be the nonprofit connection between UCF and our two schools, Weatherbee Elementary and White City Elementary, to strengthen and support the community.

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WHAT WE DO

Our Community Partnership Schools focus on enhancing student learning and fostering stronger families and healthier communities through a holistic approach that addresses academics, health, social services, and community engagement. This all leads to improved student learning, stronger families and healthier communities.

These vital supports include:

• Basic needs such as food, clothing, and toiletries.ctor
• Connections to critical resources such as healthcare and housing.
• Academic engagement experiences, parent workshops, and after-school programming.
• On-site physical and mental health services.

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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP SCHOOLS

At United Way St. Lucie & Okeechobee

Programs & Staff

The Hub at White City Elementary

Programs

Resource Base

Students are able to stop by the hub at any point during the day to receive free clothing, shoes, food, classroom supplies, books, and toiletries. Students in need of wellness support in Behavioral Health, Primary Health, Dental Health, or Vision can request a referral to LaWanda Thornton, who will coordinate the appropriate services for both the student and their family.

M.I.T. Men In Training
Fourth and fifth grade boys not only learn how to take care of their physical health, but also focus on developing good manners, taking personal responsibility, and caring for others. Their motto is, "We look out for the little guys."

R.O.A.R - Reaching Our Accessible Resources
R.O.A.R. is an after-school program for students in grades K-5, offering homework support, integration of visual and performing arts, and lessons on well-being and resilience.

BBBS READS Tutoring
A partnership with Big Brothers, Big Sisters READS that offers after-school tutoring for students in grades K-3.

Food Pantry

Beginning March 6th, The Hub will offer a fully stocked food pantry in partnership with the Treasure Coast Food Bank, available to families of WCE students. The pantry will be open on Thursdays from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

Our White City Elementary CPS Team:

Jennifer Tirado - Director
Dolores Jensen - Family & Community Engagement Coordinator
Jason Meyer - Expanded Learning Coordinator
Ryan McNeil - Expanded Learning Coordinator
LaWanda Thornton - Wellness Coordinator

The Six Core Partners of WCE CPS:

St Lucie Public Schools
Indian River State College
Cleveland Clinic Martin
Children's Services Council
Southeast Behavioral Network
United Way St. Lucie & Okeechobee

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Programs & Staff

The Hub at Weatherbee Elementary

We’re thrilled to announce the new Community Partnership School at Weatherbee Elementary, led by Mat Churchey. With Mat’s expertise, we’re confident he will lead us to success and help build an exceptional Hub. Below are the programs coming to Weatherbee. For questions or updates, feel free to reach out to Mat. More to come soon!

Programs

Resource Base

Students will be able to stop by the hub at any point during the day to receive free clothing, shoes, food, classroom supplies, books, and toiletries. Students in need of wellness support in Behavioral Health, Primary Health, Dental Health, or Vision can request a referral to the Wellness Coordinator, who will coordinate the appropriate services for both the student and their family.

M.I.T. Men In Training
Fourth and fifth grade boys will not only learn how to take care of their physical health, but also focus on developing good manners, taking personal responsibility, and caring for others.

R.O.A.R - Reaching Our Accessible Resources
R.O.A.R. will be an after-school program for students in grades K-5, offering homework support, integration of visual and performing arts, and lessons on well-being and resilience.

BBBS READS Tutoring
A partnership with Big Brothers, Big Sisters READS that will offer after-school tutoring for students in grades K-3.