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CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860842209 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE B99Z · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.cplccommunityschools.org
revenue
$4.4M
expenses
$4.1M
net assets
$-497K
employees
52
volunteers
4
program ratio
84%
filing since
2019
mission · from form 990

DEVELOP RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS AND INSPIRE LIFELONG LEARNING IN A CONSTANTLY CHANGING SOCIETY.

profile · synthesized from sources

CPLC Community Schools is a non-profit charter holder operating three high schools in Arizona: Envision High School, Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona (GLAAZ), and Toltecalli High School. Affiliated with Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc., the organization focuses on increasing educational achievement, graduation rates, and college entrance among Latino youth and young women through a curriculum that integrates cultural knowledge and community service.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Envision High School
A high school focused on academic knowledge, character development, creativity, and critical thinking skills, with an emphasis on personal growth, extracurricular activities, and community engagement.
Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona (GLAAZ)
A tuition-free, college-preparatory high school exclusively for girls, offering personalized attention, leadership development, community service, and career exploration.
Toltecalli High School
A high school rooted in cultural pride and academic excellence, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
activities · 3

what they do

direct service · 3
  • Implementing Anti-Bullying Policies Comprehensive Bullying Prevention & Response
    The organization implements a zero-tolerance policy on bullying, addressing both physical and non-physical forms. This includes establishing procedures for receiving and investigating complaints, providing age-appropriate information to students, and sharing policy details and prevention materials with parents.
  • Implementing Anti-Bullying Policies and Procedures Comprehensive Bullying Prevention & Response
    The organization implements a zero-tolerance policy on bullying, including physical and non-physical forms, by establishing procedures for receiving and investigating complaints, providing age-appropriate information to students, and sharing policy details with parents.
  • Operating Charter High Schools Charter & Alternative School Operation
    CPLC Community Schools operates a network of charter high schools in Arizona, including Envision High School, CPLC College & Career High School, Toltecalli High School, and the Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona (GLAAZ), a tuition-free, college-preparatory high school exclusively for girls.
strategies · 13

how they think

Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.

  • Culturally Integrated Curriculum curriculum_integration unique to this org
    The organization integrates cultural knowledge and community service into its core curriculum, connecting learning to students' cultural backgrounds and community engagement.
  • Culturally Integrated Curriculum and Community Engagement curriculum_integration unique to this org
    The organization integrates cultural knowledge and community service into its core curriculum, connecting learning to real-world contexts and fostering community engagement.
  • Curriculum Integration of Culture and Community Service curriculum_integration unique to this org
    The organization integrates cultural knowledge and community service into its core curriculum, enriching the educational experience and connecting learning to real-world contexts.
  • Fostering Inclusive and Safe Learning Environments inclusive_environment unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where all students and staff feel respected and accepted, regardless of their background, and where concerns like harassment are addressed through formal and informal processes.
  • Holistic Student Development holistic_education unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS provides an education that extends beyond academics to include character development, creativity, critical thinking, leadership skills, community service, and career exploration, aiming to build confidence and prepare students for future success.
  • Inclusive and Safe Learning Environment inclusive_environment unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where all students and staff are treated equally and with respect, regardless of their background, and where concerns like harassment are addressed through formal and informal processes.
  • Inclusive and Safe Learning Environment inclusive_environment unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where all students and staff are treated with respect and feel accepted, regardless of their background, and where concerns like harassment are addressed through formal and informal processes.
  • Innovative and Best Learning Practices innovative_learning_practices unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS embraces innovation and implements best learning practices to ensure students are well-prepared for future challenges and opportunities.
  • Innovative and Future-Oriented Education innovative_learning_practices unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS embraces innovation and implements best learning practices to ensure students are prepared for future challenges and opportunities.
  • Innovative and Future-Oriented Learning Practices innovative_learning_practices unique to this org
    CPLC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS embraces innovation and implements best learning practices to ensure students are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
  • Personalized Learning Environment personalized_education unique to this org
    The organization utilizes small class sizes to offer personalized attention and academic support, fostering meaningful relationships and tailoring the educational experience to individual student needs.
  • Personalized Learning through Small Class Sizes personalized_education unique to this org
    The organization utilizes small class sizes to offer personalized attention, foster meaningful relationships between students and educators, and provide targeted academic support, thereby enhancing individual learning outcomes.
  • Personalized Learning through Small Class Sizes personalized_education unique to this org
    The organization utilizes small class sizes to provide personalized attention, foster meaningful relationships, and offer targeted academic support, thereby enhancing individual student learning and engagement.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$4.39M
Contributions & grants$4.36M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$33K
expenses
Total expenses$4.05M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.06M
Grants paid out$6K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.14M
Cash$978K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.64M
Net assets$-497K
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +60.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ALICIA NUNEZ TREASURER/CFO 1 $493K
LORI MEJIA SUPERINTENDENT 40 $137K
board members · 3
  • GENEVA ESCOBEDO — DIRECTOR
  • JAIME GUTIERREZ — PRESIDENT
  • VICTOR FLORES — DIRECTOR
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. Government — Affiliate and parent advocacy organization of CPLC Community Schools.
  • Envision High School Partner — CPLC Community Schools is a charter holder for Envision High School.
  • Envision High School Partner — Provides information on Charter's Academic, Financial and Operational Dashboards.
  • Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona Partner — Provides information on Charter's Academic, Financial and Operational Dashboards.
  • Girls Leadership Academy of Arizona (GLAAZ) Partner — CPLC Community Schools is a charter holder for GLAAZ and added it to its network in 2021.
  • Toltecalli High School Partner — CPLC Community Schools is a charter holder for Toltecalli High School.
  • Toltecalli High School Partner — Provides information on Charter's Academic, Financial and Operational Dashboards.