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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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2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award finalists

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

Building Hope named six finalists for the 2024 Shellie-Ann Braswell Shine Brighter Award honoring exceptional charter school volunteers.
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Ocali Charter High School’s new facility, celebrating the school’s growth and future programs for students.

Ocali Charter High School to Cut The Ribbon On New 18,192-Square Foot Facility On Oct. 24 At 1 P.M. Est

Ocali Charter High School opened a new 18,192 sq. ft. facility in Ocala, FL, expanding access for Grades 6–12 with innovative programs.
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Fernando (Fern) Barrueta, long-serving Vice Chair Ex Officio of Building Hope’s Board of Directors, honored for his dedication to charter schools.

Building Hope Issues Statement on The Passing Of Vice Chair Ex Officio Fernando Barrueta

Building Hope mourned the passing of Vice Chair Fernando Barrueta, a 20-year board member and champion for charter schools.
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Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy’s new 56,000-square-foot campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, celebrating its opening with students and community members.

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy Opens New 56,000-Square Foot School Facility With Support From Construction Partner Building Hope

Kenilworth Science & Technology Academy opens new 56,000 sq. ft. campus in Baton Rouge with community support.
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2024 Impact Grant Semi-Finalists

Building Hope Announces 2024 Impact Grant Semi-Finalists

Building Hope announced 20 semi-finalist charter schools for 2024 IMPACT Grants, awarding $160K in four categories.
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Impact Summit And Awards April 23-25, 2024

Building Hope to Host Third Annual Impact Summit And Awards April 23-25, 2024

Building Hope announced the 2024 IMPACT Summit & Awards with $175K in grants for charter schools and a $5K volunteer award.
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Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards, newly appointed Chief People Officer at Building Hope, overseeing human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Building Hope Names Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards Chief People Officer

Building Hope named Tiphanie Gilmore Edwards as Chief People Officer to lead HR and DEI initiatives across the organization.
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2023 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award winners

Building Hope Announces Three Winners For 2023 Shellie-Ann Braswell ‘Shine Brighter’ Impact Award

Building Hope honored three charter school volunteers with $5,000 Shine Brighter Awards for dedication and community impact.
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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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