Partnerships
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The Center for Equity, Leadership and Research is dedicated to eliminating educational and social disparities for all students and their communities in the Central Valley. |
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Solution Tree provides professional development for educational leaders. |
(previously Springboard Schools) has been the catalyst for the involvement of CVELI in 17 Valley school districts. This partnership has provided CVELI with a researched strategy to work with district leaders on eliminating the achievement gap and increasing the achievement of all students.
Anytime
Anywhere Learning Foundation
A not for profit association whose primary purpose is to serve as an advocacy
vehicle for anytime, anywhere
learning.
Association of California School Administrators
(ACSA)
CVELI works with ACSA in offering programs for school leaders. An academy
for future superintendents is offered on campus when needed.
California
Partnership for the San Joaquin Valley
K-12 Education - Implement policies and programs through public-private partnerships
to ensure equal access to educational opportunities and resources for all
children that will improve academic performance.
Fresno Business Council
The Fresno Business Council is the advisory body for CVELI. The Education
Committee meets with CVELI and reviews our programs to ensure they are connected
to the needs of today’s diverse communities.
The purpose of the Fresno Compact is to focus community-wide efforts on preparing students for the increasing demands of society and the workplace. It provides a mechanism for mobilizing business and community support of local public schools, and acts as a clearinghouse for sharing information among school district, business, and community leaders. The Compact is significant to the Fresno Area Strive Project.
Fresno County Office of Education
Led by Larry Powell, superintendent, the Fresno County Office of Education supports strong academic programs, career technical education, and the arts as we work to create a culture rich society where the whole child is important. FCOE partners with CVELI to sponsor several of our events.
Just for the Kids
Just for the Kids has worked with CVELI in providing relevant data regarding
student achievement as we work with districts.
State Center Community College District
CVELI provides training for future leaders of the State Center Community
College District (SCCCD).
State Center Consortium is a grant funded entity of State Center Community College District, a partnership that connects school districts, colleges, and businesses to advance Career Technical Education. SCC is a major partner for the annual Exemplary Practices Conference.


