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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 03-03-2015 - 7bORD- 2015 -003 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: March 3, 2015 Action Agenda Item No. 7 -b SUBJECT: Family Success Alliance Request for Social Justice Funding and Approval of Budget Amendment #6 -A DEPARTMENT: Health Department ATTACHMENT(S): Harlem Children's Zone Sample Agenda Harlem Children's Zone Description of Programs PUBLIC HEARING: (Y /N) No INFORMATION CONTACT: Colleen Bridger, 919 - 245 -2412 Meredith Stewart, 919 - 245 -2070 This Item is a carry - forward from the February 17, 2015 meeting cancelled due to weather. PURPOSE: To approve Budget Amendment #6 -A transferring funds from the Social Justice fund for the Family Success Alliance (FSA) in order for 12 members to attend the Harlem Children's Zone Practitioner's Institute. BACKGROUND: The Family Success Alliance was created with support and approval from Board of Commissioners in June 2014 in response to Health Department reports about the growing issue of child poverty in Orange County. In May 2014 Health Department staff highlighted a large and multi - disciplinary body of research showing that a family's income shapes a child's educational, employment, and health outcomes throughout their life. In particular, children who have adverse childhood experiences that are more common among families experiencing poverty are at higher risk of health outcomes like obesity, depression, and substance abuse. The Health Department indicated that an approach being used with success across the United States is modeled after the Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ). This model brings together collaborative partners to define a common agenda and common progress measures, coupled with mutually- reinforcing activities targeted to specific high needs neighborhoods or zones. The HCZ model has proved so successful at overcoming the impact of poverty on educational and other life outcomes that it has been replicated throughout the country in a variety of forms including the federal Promise Neighborhoods. The FSA was modeled along the lines of the Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) which provides wrap around supports for children and families struggling to make ends meet, forming a cradle to college pipeline of success. To learn more about how to implement the model here in Orange County, members of the Family Success Alliance will travel to the Harlem Children's Zone and 2 participate in their 3 -day Practitioner's Institute. HCZ offers the Practitioner's Institute to provide training on their methodology and practices. A sample agenda for the Institute includes workshops covering key program components such as Baby College parent education, Harlem Gems early childhood education and a variety of academic, health and enrichment programs for school -aged children and youth. Members of the FSA will have the opportunity to visit a number of these programs and observe them in action. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the mission and philosophy of HCZ and the way that performance and evaluation data are used to improve services and outcomes. A sample agenda and description of HCZ programs are attached for further information. While a new initiative, the work of the Family Success Alliance is off to a rapid start. In the fall of 2014, FSA organized an application process for six identified high needs zones throughout Orange County. Acting as the backbone organization, staff at the Health Department conducted extensive community outreach to engage the zones and promote awareness of the opportunity to be a part of FSA. In December, the FSA Council selected two zones to pilot the project. The next phase of the project moves from zone selection to an analysis of priority needs and gaps in services and resources in the selected zones. This provides an opportune time to visit the Harlem Children's Zone. FSA believes it will be invaluable to its work to experience first -hand how another community has built a successful model pipeline from cradle -to- college. About the Advisory Council The Family Success Alliance Advisory Council consists of 22 members representing a cross section of the community, local government agencies, and non - profit organizations. A representative from each of the selected zones will also be included. The Council is responsible for advising and making decisions on zone selection, resource allocations, program planning, and policy changes to ensure a pipeline of high - quality services exists in Orange County. The Council includes representation from: • Orange County Board of Commissioners • Orange County Board of Health • Orange County Department of Health • Orange County Department of Housing, Human Rights, and Community Development • Orange County Department of Social Services • Orange County Sheriff's Department • Town of Carrboro • Town of Chapel Hill • Town of Hillsborough • Chapel Hill / Carrboro City Schools • Head Start/ Early Head Start • Orange County Schools • Orange County Partnership for Young Children • Cardinal Innovations Healthcare Solutions - OPC • UNC Health Care • Chapel Hill Training- Outreach Project • Compass Center for Women and Families • Interfaith Council • Orange Congregations in Mission • Orange County Literacy Council • Orange County Partnership for Young Children • United Way of the Greater Triangle • Zone Representatives About the Zones Zone 4 Zone 4 is located between 1 -40 and 1 -85 in central Orange County, and includes A.L. Stanback Middle and New Hope Elementary. Zone partners who worked together to communicate the concerns and hopes of their community include school representatives, community organizations, and faith leaders. Zone 4 data shows that approximately 1 in 4 kids under 18 are living in poverty in Zone 4, and 55% of kids at Zone 5 schools receive free or reduced lunch. These are two of the highest numbers for these data points from all six zones. Additionally, test scores for Zone 4 schools show that 53% of 3rd graders are not proficient in reading and 63% of 8th graders are not proficient in math. In the application, Zone partners described hearing concerns from parents about their children's emotional, physical and social well- being, their safety, and their academic achievement. Parents, both Spanish- speaking and English - speaking, identified the schools as safe, nurturing and positive places for their children and a source of support and connection for the entire family. Zone 4 is fortunate to have many community partners as well as school staff and parents who are working to build and strengthen the five parts of the pipeline. Families and local organizations, many of whom have felt unheard and unimportant in the past, have expressed excitement and anticipation in the work that has already begun and in future possibilities as part of the Family Success Alliance. Zone 6 Zone 6 is a densely populated zone that encompasses from downtown Chapel Hill southwest to Highway 54. Members of Zone 6 passionately expressed in their application that the history of the neighborhoods in this area gives the community a sense of identity. Zone partners who spearheaded the application include representatives from neighborhood organizations, community groups, and municipal services and service providers. Due to its size and density, Zone 6 has the highest estimate of kids under 18 living in poverty — an estimated 878 kids. Further, local data shows that approximately 30% of children at Zone 6 schools receive free or reduced lunch. The Zone 6 application highlighted early childhood development as the weakest part of their pipeline from cradle to career /college, as they feel the Zone has lost early education resources due to funding changes. Zone partners look forward to promoting the rich cultural history and diversity of their community to create a sense of unity to collaborate on projects that better the community. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The cost of the Practitioner's Institute is $10,000. This will allow a group of 12 FSA members (including representatives from each of the zones) to travel to participate. The Health Department will work to heavily subsidize the remaining travel /accommodations of those who attend. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board approve Budget Amendment #6 -A transferring $10,000 from the Social Justice Fund to the Health Department to pay for Family Success Alliance attendance at the Harlem Children's Zone Practitioners Institute. Fra SAMPLE AGENDA Practitioners Institute: (Organization Name) Harlem Children's (Date) Z 0 N E Location: 35 East 125th Street, New York, NY 10035 :: LM 9:15am to 9:30am '• Check in with Security in building lobby (Promise Academy II Charter School) *Please note: Have a State issued photo ID with you* Welcome and HCZ History, Mission, Philosophy and Pipeline of Programs 9:30am to 10:30am 1 Presenter: Rasuli Lewis, Director - Practitioners Institute Location: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street Presentation: Community Pride 10:30am to 11:30am 1 Presenter: Lureen Lawson, Director Location: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th S eet Presentation: Harlem Gems UPK (Preschool) • 3 Year Old Journey / • Get Ready for Pre -K 11:30am to 12:30pm 1 Harlem Gems • Transition to Kindergarten Presenter: Adrienne Crudup, Director of Early Childhood Education Instruction Location: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street 12:30pm to 1:45pm 1 LUNCH (on your own) Presentation: Peacemakers - After School Program (Elementary) 1:45pm to 2:45pm :Pre ter: Serina Moya, Director of Peacemakers Northern Zone ocation: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street FIT f�Ption and Tour: Promise Academy II (Middle School) 2:45pm to 3:45pm Presenter: Kevin Dougherty, Principal - Promise Academy lI Middle School Location: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street 3:45pm to 4:00prr� Travel to The Armory .� 'r Presentation and Tour: Healthy Harlem and The Armory Presenter: Teresa Council, Athletics Director - The Armory 4:00pm to S:OOpm '• Presenter: Emma Hulse, Program Manager of Healthy Harlem Location: 40 West 143rd Street, between Fifth and Lenox Avenues The Armory is used by our Early Childhood Programs, HCZ After School Programs, and Promise Academy I and II for events /activities* 5:00pm Close: Travel to HCZ Headquarters Presentation: Academic Case Management 9:30am to 10:45am Presenter: Laura Vural, Director of Education Location: 5th Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street Pre (College) :9:30am to 10:30am :jPofesenter: Ja on Alleyun�, ssistant Director - Learn to Earn i ocation: Sth loor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street ''--_-_--_-.'--------g 10:30umtu11:30um Presenter: Debbie Kim, Director u[ Foundations and Government | nLocation: Sm Floor Conference Room '3S East 125mStreet | A, AL: Presentation: Evaluation J&Data Presenter: Bessie Wilkerson, Ph.D., Director of Education Research - Evaluation 11:30omto12:30poo Presenter: Zorn Porter, Director ufRCZDatabases | ULocation: Sm Floor Conference Room '3S East 125mStreet | Presentation: Cultivating u Culture wfSuccess 13:30yruto1:30yzn Presenter: 5bana8rodomx, Senior Manager Wrap-Up h Street Location: 51h Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125, ME. and Conclusion 1:30pouto2:00yoo Presenter: Busub Lewis, Director ' Practitioners Institute Location: Sth Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street |2:00pmu Close N Presentation: A Cut Above - After School Program (Middle School) 10:45am to 11:45am Presenter: Brian McClendon, Director Location: Sth Floor Conference Room - 35 East 1251h Street Presentation: Prevention Programs 0 Family Support Center 0 The Mobile Team 0 Family Development Program Presenter: Marlene Merchant, Lead Director of Truancy Prevention & Project CLASS Location: Sth Floor Conference Room - 35 East 12Sth Street 12ASpm to 2:00pm LUNCH (on your own) Presentation: Promise Academy I (High School) 2:00pm to 3:00pm Presenter: Marquitta Speller, Principal - Promise Academy I High School Location: Slh Floor Conference Room - 3S East 12SIh Street Presentation: HCZ Community Center 3:00pm to 4:00pm Presenter: Latasha Morgan, Director of Promise Academy 11 After S oo ).A Location: Sth Floor Conference Room - 3S East 12Sth Street :4:00pm to 4:1Spm Travel to High School After School Program Presentation and Tour: Employment and Technology Center (High Sch�ool) 4:1Spm to SAS pm Presenter: Nia Dawson, Director Location: 304 West 117th Street, betweeij,V� and Manhattan Avenues Please note: This building is a walk-up and we will be climbing stairs 5:15pm Close: Please make arrangements for transportation Pre (College) :9:30am to 10:30am :jPofesenter: Ja on Alleyun�, ssistant Director - Learn to Earn i ocation: Sth loor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street ''--_-_--_-.'--------g 10:30umtu11:30um Presenter: Debbie Kim, Director u[ Foundations and Government | nLocation: Sm Floor Conference Room '3S East 125mStreet | A, AL: Presentation: Evaluation J&Data Presenter: Bessie Wilkerson, Ph.D., Director of Education Research - Evaluation 11:30omto12:30poo Presenter: Zorn Porter, Director ufRCZDatabases | ULocation: Sm Floor Conference Room '3S East 125mStreet | Presentation: Cultivating u Culture wfSuccess 13:30yruto1:30yzn Presenter: 5bana8rodomx, Senior Manager Wrap-Up h Street Location: 51h Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125, ME. and Conclusion 1:30pouto2:00yoo Presenter: Busub Lewis, Director ' Practitioners Institute Location: Sth Floor Conference Room - 35 East 125th Street |2:00pmu Close N a all Harlem Children's Z 0 N E Harlem Children's Zone, Inc. Programs PIPELINE TO SUCCESS Early Elementary Mldla Chlldhood School School Programs Programs Programs High College School Programs Programs Family, Social Service and Health Programs Community-Building Programs Early Childhood Programs: The Baby College (TBQ An infant development program that offers parenting courses and weekly home visits for parents and other caregivers of children aged 0 -3. Each workshop theme is mirrored, age appropriately, for children in childcare and is reinforced with parents during weekly home visits. 3 Year Old Journey (3YO# Children who were accepted into the Promise Academy lottery attend the Three Year Old Journey with their parents to learn about pre -K social and academic expectations and participate in educational activities and trips. The Journey program aims to foster parents' excitement about their children's learning and prepares them to become masters of their children's education. Get Ready for Pre -K: A program to prepare 3 year old children for the transition to pre - school, providing their first exposure to the classroom setting and routines. Harlem Gems Universal Pre - Kindergarten: Our early childhood education program has four sites, which can serve up to 242 children. We currently serve 40 four - year -old children at both PS 149 and the Singleton Early Childhood Center, 57 three -to- five - year -old children in a Head Start Center, and 100 four -year old children in a center -based setting. Harlem Gems ensures all children enter kindergarten ready to learn. Promise Academv Elementarv. Middle and High School Charter Schools: HCZ Promise Academy CharterSchools: Offer high quality, extended day, extended year, college preparatory education to elementary, middle and high school students. HCZ currently has two elementary charter schools (K-5 1h), two middle schools (6th -8th) and one high school (9th -12th) 7 Elementary School Programs in Traditional Public Schools: Peacemakers: College -aged interns (AmeriCorps) offer in- classroom support, supervise transitional periods during the school day, provide after - school programming, and coordinate outreach to parents and parent involvement activities at seven elementary schools in Harlem. Peacemakers are located within multiple HCZ programs. 51" graders are prepared for the difficult transition to middle school through daily after - school academic support, leadership development, and guidance in understanding and accessing middle school. Middle School Program: A Cut Above (ACA): Extending the supports that the Peacemaker program provided through the 5t" grade Institute, A Cut Above works with middle school youth providing academic, job readiness and leadership development support to youth who reside in the HCZ project but attend schools throughout NYC. A Cut Above helps prepare students and parents for the high school application process and transition. High School Programs: Employment and Technology Center (ETC): Provides academic, employment and technology related youth development programming for high school youth who reside in the HCZ project but attend schools throughout NYC. The Employment and Technology Center also provides a Saturday program for elementary age youth, computer classes for adults, and community access to state of the art technology. Learn to Earn (LTE): A two -year comprehensive employment program that provides academic enrichment, college and career awareness, youth development, job readiness training and summer employment opportunities for high school age youth who reside in the HCZ project but attend schools throughout NYC. The goal of the program is to assist with breaking down the barriers that prohibit young people from entering the workforce. TRUCE (The Renaissance University for Community Education): A comprehensive leadership program for adolescents who reside in the HCZ project but attend schools throughout NYC. The program promotes academic growth and career readiness using the arts, media literacy, health and multimedia technology. College Program: College Success Office (CSO): CSO provides year -round academic, personal, and financial counseling and support, as well as civic engagement opportunities, to college students. College students receive assistance with academic plans, study strategies, workshops, counseling, financial assistance, internships, career readiness activities and post - graduate opportunities. The goal is for all students to matriculate and graduate from college. Family, Social Service and Health: Family Support Center (FSQ A walk -in, storefront social services facility that provides families in crisis with immediate access to professional social services including foster care prevention, domestic violence workshops, parenting skills classes, and group and individual counseling. Truancy Prevention: A foster care prevention program that provides family strengthening and counseling services to families at risk. Services include domestic violence groups, parenting skills training teen groups, vocational assistance, housing assistance as well as other supportive services. Project CLASS: Offers comprehensive services to families that address substance abuse and family strengthening to prevent foster care placement. Family Development Program (FDP): A comprehensive, neighborhood -based foster care prevention program that provides supportive services to clients through crisis and therapeutic interventions. Services include educational, recreational, and social supports in addition to providing preventive services and counselling. Health: Healthy Harlem: Designed to fight obesity and promote healthy choices in our community through nutrition education, healthy food options, fun physical activity and parent engagement. One of the primary goals is to make the healthy choice the first choice at all of our sites, and to make the healthy choice an easier choice for our students and families everywhere else in our community. Academic: Academic Case Management (ACM): To strengthen the support for students not in the Promise Academy, HCZ has expanded its Academic Case Management system to work with every student from fifth -grade through the College Success Office. Academic Case Management is a holistic approach to youth development to strengthen our mission to support the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, physical and professional development of each child throughout his or her lifespan. Community and Beacon Programs: Community Pride (CP): This resident driven, neighborhood revitalization program physically transforms the community and empowers residents to create community coalitions and comprehensive community building activities. Countee Cullen Community Center (CCCC) and Booker T. Washington Center 54 (BTW): Both Beacons offer young people between ages of five and twenty -one and their families a safe, structured educational and recreational center as well as youth development programming. Geoffrey Canada Community Center and the Westside Community Center: Modeled after HCZ's Beacon Centers, both the Geoffrey Canada Community Center (formerly the HCZ Community Center) and the Westside Community Center (located in St. Nicholas Houses), provide after - school and weekend programs for all Promise Academy elementary, middle and high school students. The center also provides free activities for adults. HCZArmory: A 50,000 square foot facility that provides sports, fitness and nutrition activities during day school, after - school and weekends for HCZ youth and adults in the community.