By CHS CEO David A. Bundy, originally published in the May 3, 2010, edition of the Miami Herald
In the 21st-century economy we need to excel educationally and invest in preparing future generations for success. We are fortunate to live in a generous country where substantial resources are leveraged to ensure children are safe, healthy and prepared for life.
It is more important than ever to ask if there is a better way to achieve those goals. Community Schools offer a proven model that has demonstrated significant success in preparing children for success while building stable families and improving neighborhoods, even in challenging environments.
Children's Home Society of Florida received the Judges Award in the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission's 2009 William C. Schwartz Innovation Awards recognizing our annual Innovation Symposium.