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2022 IMPACT Summit award winners

Building Hope Announces Winners of First Annual Impact Awards

Building Hope awarded $135,000 in IMPACT grants to public charter schools and volunteers for community, student, and educational impact.
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Sheila Ryan-Macie and Hugh Jarrett, newly appointed Chair and Board Director of Building Hope

Building Hope Announces New Board Appointments

Sheila Ryan-Macie named Chair and Hugh Jarrett joined the Board of Directors at Building Hope, guiding charter school growth and impact.
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Building Hope Services President Richard Moreno and Director Curtis Fuller

Building Hope Experts Provide Guidance at National Charter Conference

Building Hope’s Richard Moreno and Curtis Fuller led virtual sessions on charter school facility financing and opening new schools.
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William D. Hansen, newly appointed President and CEO of Building Hope

Building Hope Names William D. Hansen as President and CEO

William D. Hansen named President and CEO of Building Hope, succeeding S. Joseph Bruno, who will continue as President Emeritus.
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Blue sky with clouds and overlay text “Take a breath of fresh air...inside the classroom.”

Building Hope Introduces Purchasing Program for Advanced Air & Surface Purifying Technology

Building Hope launched a program providing advanced air and surface purifiers to help charter schools safely return to classrooms.
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Allison Serafin, Vice President of Southwest  Operations

Allison Serafin Joins Building Hope as Vice President, Southwest Operations

Allison Serafin joined Building Hope as VP of Southwest Operations, bringing 20+ years of experience in public charter school leadership.
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Logos of the 27 semi-finalist charter schools recognized by Building Hope for the first annual IMPACT Summit and Awards

Building Hope Announces First Annual Impact Awards Semi-Finalists

Building Hope named 27 semi-finalists for IMPACT Awards, honoring charter schools excelling in student empowerment, community engagement, and innovation
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Bob Marshall, newly appointed director of Building Hope

Building Hope Appoints Bob Marshall to Its Board Of Director

Building Hope welcomed Bob Marshall to its Board of Directors, bringing expertise in finance, business development, and community engagemen
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Logos of the nine charter school finalists for the Building Hope IMPACT Awards

Building Hope Announces First Annual Impact Awards Finalists

Building Hope named nine charter school finalists for the first annual IMPACT Awards, recognizing innovation, empowerment, and community engagement.
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Photo of S. Joseph Bruno, newly appointed Board member of Building Hope

National Charter School Facilities Nonprofit Building Hope Appoints President And Ceo-Emeritus S. Joseph Bruno to Its Board Of Directors

S. Joseph Bruno appointed to Building Hope Board, bringing 23 years of charter school expertise to guide future initiatives.
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Ribbon-cutting at Compass Collegiate Academy’s new academic building, with students, staff, and community celebrating.

Compass Collegiate Academy, Building Hope Unveil New Campus in North Charleston

Compass Collegiate Academy opened new K–4 building in North Charleston, partnering with Building Hope to support future growth.
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Ribbon-cutting at Mountain View Preparatory, with staff, students, and community celebrating the new academic facility.

Mountain View Preparatory, Building Hope Celebrate Opening Of New Academic Building

Mountain View Preparatory opened renovated building in Spartanburg, serving 1,000 students with career and technical education.
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New academic building and green spaces at Valor North Austin, with students and staff celebrating the grand opening.

Valor North Austin and Building Hope Celebrate Opening of State-Of-The-Art Academic Building And Green Spaces

Valor North Austin opened a new $27M academic building and green spaces, expanding learning for 1,200+ students by 2029.
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Nina Rees, newly appointed member of Building Hope’s Board of Directors

National Charter School Facilities Nonprofit Welcomes Nina Rees To Its Board of Directors

Nina Rees joined the Building Hope Board, bringing 20+ years of experience advancing high-quality education and charter school growth.
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Sparkler with overlay text “Shine Brighter,” representing the Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award for charter school volunteers.

Building Hope Announces Winners For 2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award

Building Hope honored two volunteers with the Shine Brighter Award for exceptional leadership and impact in charter schools.
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2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award

Building Hope Announces Third Annual Impact Grant Winners

Building Hope awarded $170,000 to 12 charter schools and $10,000 to two volunteer leaders for excellence in education and community impact.
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The National Pan-Hellenic Council holding a large $10,000 check at Richard Wright Schools, celebrating a donation and partnership with Building Hope for school growth and expansion.

Divine Nine Presidents Visit Richard Wright Schools, Contribute $10,000, And Pledge To Continue Support

Building Hope partnered with Richard Wright Schools to expand facilities, supporting student success and growth opportunities nationwide.
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Map showing locations of 12 Building Hope IMPACT Awards finalists across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, representing schools excelling in student empowerment, community engagement, education innovation, and charter leadership.

Building Hope Unveils Third Annual Impact Awards Finalists

Building Hope announced 12 finalists for its 2024 IMPACT Awards, celebrating excellence in charter school innovation, empowerment, and community.
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Children wearing safety glasses and yellow vests, standing with an adult in a safety vest and glasses, learning on a construction site, with the MCN Build logo overlayed.

MCN Built a Thriving Business Around Charter Schools

MCN Build, a mission-driven construction company founded by three immigrants, has grown into a multi-million-dollar firm by focusing on building and renovating educational spaces worldwide while supporting charter schools and other education initiatives.
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Two people in business suits shaking hands, symbolizing partnership and allyship.

Let’s Talk About Allyship: A Key Piece of the Puzzle

Educators can drive stronger, more equitable schools by practicing active allyship through listening, learning, and shared responsibility.
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A smiling family of four sits closely together, representing strong relationships and community support around a charter school

Community Engagement: Proactively Involving Families and Cities in Education

Charter schools strengthen communities by building partnerships, supporting families, and creating real-world learning that benefits students and neighborhoods.
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A single droplet of water hitting a calm surface, creating ripples that expand outward.

IMPACT: The Metrics of the Heart

True impact in education comes from individual acts of love and care, creating ripples that transform students, teachers, and communities.
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