Collaborative Action Networks
SEI plays a crucial role as a backbone organization, coordinating and supporting community efforts to drive positive change. Through our Collaborative Action Networks, diverse groups come together to address specific community challenges. Our commitment is to foster lasting and transformative impact within the community, extending beyond individual efforts to create a significant and enduring difference.
Cradle to Career Steering Committee
The Cradle to Career Steering Committee, made up of decision-makers from community agencies across the cradle-to-career continuum, work to promote data-driven decision-making, mobilize resources, build partnerships and provide essential support to drive real and lasting change. This committee is perfect for directors, managers or decision makers in an organization looking to make a significant impact.
*This committee is hand-selected by SEI. If you are interested in being considered for the committee, fill out the form below.
First Things First Collaborative
First Things First is a dynamic initiative dedicated to fortifying the early childhood system in Summit County. Our mission is to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive, learn and succeed on their journey from birth to career. First Things First operates through three dedicated workgroups that collaborate to achieve this goal.
Kindergarten Readiness Network
This network is dedicated to increasing the number of children entering kindergarten ready to learn. By using data to guide our actions, we collaborate with early learning providers, educators and parents to implement best practices and targeted interventions, ensuring a smooth educational transition from preschool to kindergarten. Our network is organized into two work groups: Early Literacy and Quality Early Learning Networks.
Early Literacy Network
Only 48% of students in Summit County enter kindergarten ready to learn. This network is dedicated to improving the language and literacy skills of our youngest learners, recognizing these as crucial components for kindergarten readiness. The network helps identify areas for growth, implement effective solutions and collaborate with preschool centers, educators and parents to enhance early learning tools and practices.
Quality Early Learning Network
Join us in focusing on the Transition Skills Summary (TSS) Report, a valuable snapshot of a child’s readiness for kindergarten after preschool. The committee aims to increase the number of students with a completed TSS, enabling early identification of academic needs and setting a strong foundation for a successful start in kindergarten.
Third Grade Reading Network
This community of educators, parents and stakeholders aims to boost third grade reading proficiency in Summit County. The group is committed to empowering students with essential reading skills, providing evidence-based strategies and personalized intervention, and fostering a supportive ecosystem for every child’s success.
Amplifying Parent and Youth Voice
Summit County Youth Coalition (SCYC)
The Summit County Youth Coalition is dedicated to driving transformative change in education by amplifying and empowering student voices. The collaborative framework places students at the forefront, allowing them to shape education policies, practices, and decisions.
*This network is hand-selected by SEI. If you are interested in being considered for the network, fill out the form below.
Summit County Parent Coalition (SCPC)
Join the Summit County Parent Coalition as we work to elevate parent voices and drive transformative changes within Summit County’s education system. As a coalition, we collaborate to address key issues impacting families and children, fostering a community where parental input shapes educational reforms and every child has the opportunity to succeed in a supportive environment.
College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness Network
Our College and Career Readiness Network brings together educators, parents and dedicated stakeholders to equip Summit County students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success beyond the classroom. This collaborative effort focuses on preparing students for the challenges of higher education and the workforce, ensuring they are well-prepared to thrive in their future endeavors.
Thank You to our Community Partners
- Akron Public Schools
- Barberton City Schools
- Copley-Fairlawn City Schools
- Coventry Local Schools
- Cuyahoga Falls City Schools
- Green Local Schools
- Hudson City Schools
- Manchester Local Schools
- Mogadore City Schools
- Nordonia Hills City Schools
- Norton City Schools
- Revere Local Schools
- Springfield Local Schools
- Stow-Munroe Falls City Schools
- Tallmadge City Schools
- Twinsburg City Schools
- Woodridge Local Schools
- Akron Area YMCA
- Akron Children’s
- Akron Children’s Police Department
- Akron Community Foundation
- Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Akron Urban League
- Akron-Summit County Public Library
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio
- Child Guidance & Family Solutions
- City of Akron
- College Now Greater Cleveland
- Community Action Akron Summit
- Early Childhood Resource Center
- Empowered Early Learning Academy
- Irma Jones Preschool & Infant Center
- Kent State University
- Mathnasium
- Minority Behavioral Health Group
- Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services
- OhioGuidestone
- Project GRAD Akron
- Red Oak Behavioral Health
- State Support Team 8
- Summa Health
- Summit County Children Services
- Summit County Continuum of Care
- Summit County Public Health
- Summit County-Office of The County Executive Ilene Shapiro
- Summit DD
- Summit Educational Service Center
- The Salvation Army
- United Way Summit and Medina County
- Urban Vision
- Victim Assistance Program of Summit County
- Waterford
- Wonder World Child Development Center
- Youth Success Summit