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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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OnTECH Charter High School Realizes Dream with Help of Building Hope
OnTECH Charter High School in Syracuse, NY, purchased its permanent facility ahead of schedule, securing a home for future students.
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Building Hope Helps Babcock Neighborhood School Secure Funding for Expansion Project
Babcock Neighborhood School in Punta Gorda, FL, secured funding to expand, creating a K-12 integrated campus for 1,043 students.
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Building Hope Expands Partnership with Elevate Academy, Breaks Ground on New Campus in Post Falls, Idaho
Elevate Academy North in Post Falls, ID, broke ground for new 6-12 campus; Building Hope supports facilities and technical programs.
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South Florida Autism Charter School Hosts Dedication Ceremony for New Campus
South Florida Autism Charter School opened an all-in-one campus for K-12 students with ASD, supported by Building Hope financing.
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Building Hope Announces IMPACT Summit and Awards
Building Hope hosted its first IMPACT Summit June 22–24, 2022, honoring charter school leaders with $130,000 in grants.
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Philip’s Academy Charter School of Paterson Closes on 1.85-Acre Parcel Purchase
Philip’s Academy Charter School of Paterson purchased a 1.85-acre site; groundbreaking set for Feb. 16, 2022.
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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 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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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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Preserving a Legacy and Reimagining the Future of Black Education: The Renovation and Restoration of the Myrtilla Miner Building at Howard University
Building Hope helps restore the historic Myrtilla Miner Building at Howard University, preserving a legacy of Black education.
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National School Choice Week: How Far We’ve Come, How Far We Still Have to Go
National School Choice Week Message from Building Hope's President & CEO
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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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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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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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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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