The Village Method - TVM

We’re still learning and sharing as we go. #celebrating #10Years #Anniversary

#storytime I am convinced that the more of us who are willing to sacrifice prosperity for the sake of our children’s future…the faster we will be able to repair the broken (and in some cases, burned) bridges that are needed today. Here’s a clip from our interview with the amazing Dr. Michele Josey as we begin revisiting our ten year journey to building a community based parent led system for our children. “80% of your problems are not PEOPLE problems ... they are SYSTEM problems, because systems create the behaviors of people.” — andy stanley Oh! And if you don’t have the bandwidth to work directly in the trenches of our educational systems to repair broken connections…don’t worry, we’re doing it for you. But you can help too: https://lnkd.in/gfsrs8XH

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When we launched The Village Method in a community where less than 5% of the students in the schools were Black, we weren’t sure what to expect. But the turnout was incredible—standing room only! This powerful show of support reinforced our belief in the importance of creating spaces that are welcoming, safe, and culturally affirming. For the past 10 years, we have been dedicated to building such spaces, focusing on the needs and aspirations of Black youth. Why? Because when the canary in the coal mine is thriving, it signals that everyone is doing well. And when the canary struggles, it’s an early warning that we must address the challenges impacting us all. By tending to the needs of the canary, we tend to the needs of everyone in the community. This focus doesn’t mean we exclude anyone. On the contrary, we’ve created intergenerational, multicultural spaces that welcome all while centering the richness of African ancestral culture. These are spaces where everyone—regardless of background—can come together, learn from each other, and grow stronger as a community. When we uplift and honor African heritage, we build a foundation that benefits us all. Let’s continue to embrace our diversity, build together, and create a future where everyone thrives! #CommunityBuilding #CulturallyAffirming #strongertogether

We are honored to have received this grant, which has been fully utilized to enhance and empower parent partnerships within #school settings. Our approach extends beyond traditional activities like decorating for events or fundraising. #Parents are crucial allies in bridging significant gaps in social and emotional learning, and in combating the widespread issue of loneliness. We believe in the old adage, “It takes a village to raise a child and a #community to support our parents [and teachers].” Thank you for your trust in us to strengthen and serve our community. Silicon Valley Community Foundation

The Village Method (TVM) is a strategic partner for school districts, designing sustainable, holistic educational solutions. Through programs like ScholarPrep Nation, ASHE, and First Teachers Collaborative, TVM offers end-to-end service from strategic planning to implementation, significantly reducing administrative burdens for our partners. This is a Win, Win, Win! The community, school and (most importantly) the children all WIN with our Community Builders Initiative. Let’s do it again!

One of the reasons why we exists is to bridge the gap between the home and the classroom. “My teachers don’t event pick up the phone to talk to parents…” one principal complained. If teachers aren’t trained and supported in family engagement and relationship building, the entire educational experience suffers. We can help with that.

We were honored to present at the inaugural Equity & Anti-Racism Resource Summit and appreciate the opportunity to share our approach in The Village Method - TVM. Thank you Candace Cofield, PhD and Hayward Unified School District

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There is a difference in the pace and pressure of Summertime versus the school school year. Maybe there is an untapped opportunity we need to leverage more…