Transforming schools into safe havens for all students
WHO WE ARE
ImmSchools is a non-profit organization that supports teachers and school leaders in creating positive school cultures and climates for all their students, parents, and caregivers. Research shows that students’ sense of belonging improves academic outcomes, increases continuing enrollment in school, and is protective for mental health.
ImmSchools provides the entire school community – including students and families themselves along with their teachers and administrators – with programs and resources that support the academic achievement of multilingual students and enhance family and community engagement.
Our work centers on the understanding that when students feel a sense of belonging and emotional safety, they are more likely to succeed academically, stay engaged in school, and thrive socially and emotionally. Through our partnerships, we offer programs and resources that help educators, school leaders, and families build welcoming learning environments where all students can develop their full potential.
ImmSchools programming is exclusively informed, designed, and facilitated by multilingual and immigrant educators, students and parents, elevating our leadership as true experts working in the intersection of education and immigration. Through this unique approach, our team translates the complexity of our lived experiences into effective, intentional and research-based programming that leads to enduring change within schools. We invite you to partner with us!
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School & System Partner Support
ImmSchools' research-informed framework offers professional development trainings that supports teachers and school staff in deepening their practice and agency in fostering a sense of belonging for all students.
Student & Family Empowerment
Our team facilitates presentations, small-group discussions, and workshops in order to inform our students and families of their rights within K-12 schools and post-secondary opportunities.
Driving Lasting System Change
We convene and partner with local, state and national leaders to champion policies and practices that support all students, with a specific focus on immigrant and multilingual students.
students,
families & educators
have participated in Immschools programming nationally
60,000+
total students
supported
by educators & administrative staff who have attended ImmSchools training
500,000+
of educators and
school staff
felt their training with ImmSchools increased their knowledge and felt better prepared to support students
96.5%+
school districts and
partners
brought ImmSchools programming into their schools and organizations nationally