In Marin, families have been clear: early learning support needs to be closer to home, more coordinated, and shaped by community voice. That’s why Marin Promise Partnership and First 5 Marin are deepening our partnership to ensure community-led early childhood work in San Rafael, Marin City, Novato, and West Marin turns into real, lasting support for children and families.
Marin County is one of only three regions nationwide receiving a multi-year investment from StriveTogether to expand neighborhood-based partnerships that improve outcomes and opportunity for youth. SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – Jan. 13, 2026 — Marin Promise Partnership, a countywide collaboration focused on closing educational equity gaps, has been awarded $3 million over four
This year reminded us that collaboration isn’t just a value. It’s a force. When we come together for all kids, change becomes possible. Across Marin, we’ve seen what happens when families, educators, and organizations align around a shared goal for equity. Whether it’s partners building a countywide data dashboard to close early
A community school is a “whole-child” approach to improve schools, provide more equitable opportunities, and prepare children for success in learning and in life. Community Schools provide the resources, opportunities, and support that make academic success possible and that create strong ties among educators, families, students, schools, and community.
Join community partners, parents and educators to learn about how Community Schools can support and engage students, families and the whole community in achieving positive education and life outcomes across Marin.
Last year, four qualifying districts (SRCS, SUSD, SMCSD and MCOE), with support from Partnership staff, received Community Schools grants to help them implement their Community Schools plans in partnership with community-based services, families and each other.
here are some resources to learn more about the Community Schools concept and how these districts are moving forward.
Congratulations to the four qualifying districts (SRCS, SUSD, SMCSD and MCOE) that received Community Schools state grants to support their efforts to work in partnership with community-based services, families and each other.
