Ravenswood Education Foundation (REF)

Ref funded: (1) 10 art and music teachers and 3 physical Education teachers, providing whole child support and time for teachers to collaborate and create professional learning circles; (2) literacy intervention program including 6 literacy specialists; (3) stem programs including staff and supplies for a makerspace at each school site and science labs for middle school students; (4) funding to implement summer school 2021; (5) a robust middle school initiative including hiring essential academic and enrichment staff, overnight field trips, and facilities enhancements; (6) support for children and families experiencing homelessness; (7) extensive training and support for Ravenswood teachers, school leaders and district office staff; and (8) support of the Ravenswood talent initiative, a bold new program designed to retain, recruit, and reward excellent teachers through an initial raise and differentiated compensation aligned to performance.