Program Overview:

The Community Café Project at East represents a transformative approach to community engagement–rooted in authentic dialogue and collaboration–within the framework of our community school. Drawing inspiration from the Be Strong Families Parent Café model, which RTFA’s Whole Child Initiative successfully rolled out in 2023, East EPO’s Community Cafés serve as a sanctuary for fostering genuine connections among scholars, families, staff, and community partners. This initiative aims to broaden the circle of support for scholars by establishing a safe, respectful space where diverse stakeholders can gather to explore meaningful questions. Facilitators prioritize creating an environment where every contribution is not only encouraged but also deeply valued. East EPO began rolling out community cafes in December 2023 and will continue in 2024.