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City Connects supports every child

All children deserve an opportunity to learn. But for many children, out-of-school barriers are too steep to climb alone. That’s why City Connects reaches every child and gives them the support they need to thrive.

What is City Connects?

City Connects builds a network of support for students, their families, and the schools that serve them, improving outcomes now — and for years to come.

City Connects provides a clear, organized, and evidence-based strategy for schools to serve as a hub of support that matches existing services and opportunities to each student.

Providing personalized support ensures every student feels known and seen.

Learn more about our approach

Impacts for Students & Schools

Graphs showing how City Connects Improves Student Test Scores

City Connects Leads to Reduced Dropout Rates

"With the support of [Coordinator], I was able to connect with a family who was previously unreachable. [Coordinator] was able to offer assistance with obtaining glasses for a student who needed it and connected them with resources to do so. This helped the student to perform better academically. She also built a positive relationship with the student and checked in frequently with the student to offer positive reinforcement and encouragement."

- Teacher in a City Connects school

Our 2026 Progress Report is here

City Connects has officially launched its highly anticipated biennial report for this year: The 2026 Progress Report!

This report is full of impact, research, and testimony, showcasing how City Connects continues to offer positive outcomes for students, schools, and communities. Featuring new case studies, new studies, and new findings, this year’s report demonstrates how integrated student support continues to make a difference in the lives of students.

Read our latest Progress Report here

Coordinators in your community

Coordinators work with community partners, teachers, school administrators, and families to create support plans tailored to each student’s strengths and needs.

Through a continuous and comprehensive process, they ensure every student gets the right supports at the right time, over time.

See where City Connects is located