activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 11
- After-School Enrichment ProgramsPlans to offer free after-school enrichment, academic support, and homework assistance through a 21st CCLC grant application.
- Community Event Hosting Civic Advocacy & Major Event MobilizationHosts the Annual South Phoenix MLK Luncheon at NFL YET College Prep Academy to honor community leaders and promote equity and justice.
- Developing after-school enrichment programsPlans to offer free after-school enrichment, academic support, and homework assistance through a 21st CCLC grant application.
- Governing Board Meeting Transparency Public Board Meeting Notices & Transparency CompliancePosts notices of Governing Board meetings electronically on its website and physically outside the district office and at the school site in compliance with Arizona law.
- Hosting community events Civic Advocacy & Major Event MobilizationHosts annual community events such as the South Phoenix MLK Luncheon to honor community leaders and promote themes of equity and justice.
- Hosting community events Civic Advocacy & Major Event MobilizationHosts annual community events such as the South Phoenix MLK Luncheon to honor community leaders and promote equity and justice.
- Operating Charter Schools and Educational ProgramsOperates a charter school and the Youth Education Town (NFL-YET) program on a 15-acre campus called MaryTown-Espiritu, which also hosts other educational and faith-based programs. This includes responsibility for school policy and statutory duties for schools within the Espiritu Network.
- Operating and developing educational facilitiesBuilds and operates charter schools and educational campuses, including the NFL YET College Prep Academy and the 15-acre MaryTown-Espiritu campus, which hosts various educational and faith-based programs.
- Providing educational governance and oversight Public Board Meeting Notices & Transparency ComplianceResponsible for school policy and statutory duties for schools within the Espiritu Network, including posting notices of Governing Board meetings electronically and physically.
- School Infrastructure DevelopmentUndertakes construction projects at NFL YET College Prep Academy, including building a cafeteria and viewing suites.
- Seeking funding for after-school programsApplies for grants, such as the 21st CCLC grant, to offer free after-school enrichment, academic support, and homework assistance.
strategies · 25
how they think
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- After-school academic support and enrichment after-school_academic_supportThe organization utilizes after-school academic support and enrichment programs to enhance student achievement and personal growth.
- After-school academic support and enrichment after-school academic supportThe organization utilizes after-school programs to provide academic support and enrichment activities, aiming to enhance student achievement and foster personal growth beyond regular school hours.
- After-school academic support and enrichment after-school academic supportThe organization uses after-school academic support and enrichment programs to enhance student achievement and foster personal growth beyond regular school hours.
- Community-Centered Education Development community-centered education developmentInvests in physical infrastructure and community expansion to support educational growth and opportunity, enhancing access to quality education.
- Community-Driven Initiatives community-drivenUtilizes community-driven initiatives to support student well-being and foster compassion, enhancing the overall community fabric.
- Community-centered education and infrastructure development community-centered_education_developmentThe organization invests in physical infrastructure and community expansion to support educational growth and opportunity, including new schools and affordable housing, as part of a broader community development model.
- Community-centered education development through infrastructure investment community-centered education developmentThe organization invests in physical infrastructure and community expansion to support educational growth and opportunity, creating environments conducive to learning and development.
- Community-centered education development through infrastructure investment community-centered education developmentThe organization invests in physical infrastructure and community expansion to directly support educational growth and create new opportunities within the community.
- Community-driven initiatives for student well-being community-drivenThe organization utilizes community-driven initiatives, such as "Smiles from Caleb," to support student well-being and foster compassion within the community.
- Community-driven initiatives for student well-being community-drivenThe organization employs community-driven initiatives to support student well-being and foster compassion within the community.
- Community-driven initiatives for student well-being community-drivenThe organization employs community-driven initiatives to support student well-being and cultivate compassion within the community, leveraging local engagement to address specific needs.
- Develops servant leaders to strengthen families and communities servant_leadershipThe organization identifies, trains, and deploys servant leaders who, in turn, develop other leaders to foster stronger families and communities. This model is central to community transformation.
- Develops servant leaders to strengthen families and communities servant_leadershipThe organization identifies, trains, and deploys servant leaders who, in turn, develop other leaders to foster stronger families and communities. This model is integral to community transformation.
- Economic Development economic_developmentAdds initiatives focused on affordable housing and small business development to address poverty in South Phoenix and promote economic stability.
- Economic development through affordable housing and small business economic_developmentThe organization addresses poverty through initiatives focused on developing affordable housing and supporting small businesses in the community.
- Economic development through affordable housing and small business initiatives economic_developmentThe organization addresses poverty by implementing initiatives focused on developing affordable housing and supporting small businesses in South Phoenix, aiming to create economic stability and growth.
- Economic development through affordable housing and small business support economic_developmentThe organization addresses poverty by implementing initiatives focused on developing affordable housing and supporting small businesses, thereby fostering economic growth and stability in the community.
- Holistic individual development whole_person_developmentThe organization focuses on the holistic development of individuals, addressing their physical, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions to ensure comprehensive growth.
- Holistic individual development whole_person_developmentThe organization focuses on the holistic development of individuals, encompassing their physical, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions.
- Rigorous Academic Preparation rigorous_academic_preparationEmphasizes academically rigorous programming aligned with college readiness and global educational standards to ensure student success.
- Rigorous academic preparation for college and global standards rigorous_academic_preparationThe organization provides academically rigorous and vigorous programming designed to align with college readiness and global educational standards.
- Rigorous academic preparation for college and global standards rigorous_academic_preparationThe organization provides academically rigorous and vigorous programming designed to align with college readiness and global educational standards, ensuring students are well-prepared for future academic pursuits.
- Rigorous academic preparation for college and global standards rigorous_academic_preparationThe organization provides academically rigorous and vigorous programming designed to align with college readiness and global educational standards, ensuring students are well-prepared for future success.
- Servant Leadership Development servant_leadership_developmentDevelops servant leaders who in turn form other leaders to strengthen families and communities, fostering a cycle of leadership and empowerment.
- Whole Person Development whole_person_developmentFocuses on holistic development of the individual across physical, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions to promote overall well-being.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC)
After-school enrichment activities, academic support, and homework assistance for students.
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)
After-school enrichment program offering academic support, homework assistance, and personal growth activities funded by a federal grant through the Arizona Department of Education
FamilyLink
A web portal for families to access their child's grades and school information.
MaryTown Community Development Model
Four-component model focusing on building spirit and values, knowledge and intellect, servant leadership, and new infrastructure including schools and affordable housing.
MaryTown-Espiritu Campus
15-acre campus offering integrated educational, faith-based, and community development programs including schools, leadership training, and infrastructure projects
NFL YET College Prep Academy
Charter school providing college preparatory education with a focus on leadership, service, and community development in South Phoenix
Servant Leadership Model
Educational system to develop leaders who assist communities in developing strong moral and values-based codes of ethics and launch service projects.
Smiles from Caleb
Student wellness and joy initiative launched in memory of Caleb Pabustan, bringing hope and support to students at ESPIRITU Schools through community generosity
relationships · 8
who they work with
- Espiritu Schools Partner — Shared board membership and governance structure between Espiritu Community Development Corp and Espiritu Schools.
- Giving Assistant Partner — Partnership enabling donors to contribute through online shopping earnings.
- NFL YET Partner — Partner organization linked for performance dashboard access
- NFL YET College Prep Academy Partner — Collaborates on construction and educational programming initiatives.
- NFL YET College Prep Academy Partner — Hosted the 9th Annual South Phoenix MLK Luncheon and is the school where Nehosia "Mama" Johnson serves as Dean of Students.
- NFL YET College Prep Academy Partner — Hosted the 9th Annual South Phoenix MLK Luncheon at its campus.
- National Football League Partner — Selected ESPIRITU to operate the Youth Education Town (NFL-YET) program on its campus.
- Reyes Maria Ruiz Partner — Partner organization linked for performance dashboard access