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Community Engagement
Programs & Initiatives
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Public Engagement
The Community Engagement team actively promotes genuine engagement of families and community members. Our aim is to establish platforms for BPS to disseminate information and gather input, guaranteeing that the community's perspective influences and shapes BPS decision-making and policies. We facilitate dialogue through structured meetings, forums, focus groups, and surveys. Community Engagement is committed to upholding trust within the communities we serve, demonstrating that we recognize and value their voice.
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Community Engagement Advisory Collective (CEAC)
CEAC is the district’s effort to formally enlist and partner with constituent-based organizations and community members to help Boston Public Schools deeply engage all members of our community and every stakeholder group regarding initiatives and policies. It gives the opportunity to network and build trust with community organizations that are in the communities of the families we serve to help BPS understand how to better serve the community .
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Outreach
We share upcoming events and community events that we're facilitating as well as events that we are tabling to share out information from BPS to keep the community informed. If you would like to send fliers of upcoming events please email us at communityengagement@bostonpublicschools.org
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Our Team
Masika Gadson
Director of Community Engagement
Masika Gadson, the Director of Community Engagement at Boston Public Schools, has been a beacon of support for children and families in our city for over two decades. Her unwavering commitment to fostering resilience and healing has touched countless lives and continues to make a lasting impact.Through her leadership, Masika is reshaping the landscape of community-school relationships, driving effective collaboration, and creating opportunities for authentic engagement. Her work not only builds trust but also paves the way for meaningful change in including families in policy and decision-making within our educational system. To learn more about Community Engagement work and how we can all contribute to building a stronger, more connected community.
mgadson@bostonpublicschools.org
Team Managers
Please email us at communityengagement@bostonpublicschools.org