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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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Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Compass Rose Journey in Windcrest, Texas

Building Hope Celebrates Compass Rose Journey’s Early Success, Ribbon Cutting Event

Compass Rose Journey in Windcrest, Texas, celebrated ribbon cutting after opening, serving K–6 students with innovative programs.
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Philip’s Academy Charter School of Paterson

Philip’s Academy Paterson Groundbreaking

Philip’s Academy Charter School of Paterson broke ground on new 63,000 sq. ft. campus, set to open fall 2023 for K–8 students.
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Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando

Building Hope Executives to Present at Florida Charter School Conference

Building Hope executives presented multiple sessions at the Florida Charter School Conference, Oct. 20–22, 2021 in Orlando.
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Western Academy Charter School graduates

Western Academy Charter School Closes on Purchase of Larger Facility to Support Planned Growth

Western Academy Charter School acquired new 61,566 sq. ft. campus in Royal Palm Beach to expand enrollment and enhance programs.
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Building Hope IMPACT Summit and Awards

Two Weeks Remain to Apply for Building Hope Charter School Impact Awards

2022 Building Hope IMPACT Summit & Awards applications
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Sandra Buchko, newly appointed to the Building Hope Board of Directors.

Building Hope Appoints Sandra Buchko to its Board of Directors

Building Hope welcomed real estate and legal expert Sandra Buchko to its Board of Directors to strengthen charter school facilities support.
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2022 Florida Charter School Governance Conference

Building Hope’s Charter Support Unit to Host Florida Charter School Governance Conference March 26

Building Hope’s Charter Support Unit hosted a free, hybrid Florida Charter School Governance Conference on March 26, 2022, featuring expert-led sessions and a keynote from Rep. John Snyder to support charter schools in their first five years.
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Cypress Junction Montessori Breaks Ground on New Campus

Doubling Access to High-Quality Prek-8 Montessori Education in Winter Haven. School Community, Business Leaders, and Partners Participate in Groundbreaking Ceremony.
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Enhancing Education Through Community Engagement

The importance of community engagement in enhancing charter school education.
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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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