News & Updates
READY in the News
READY Announces the 2024 School Incubator Changemakers (Minority Reporter, 08.14.24)
READY introduces the 2024 cohort of School Incubator Changemakers, a program that supports educators and leaders dedicated to developing innovative school models for Rochester. Read more.
How Higher Expectations Can Drive Student Achievement in Rochester (Rochester Beacon, 09.26.24)
Poverty is a serious barrier in Rochester’s schools, but it should not justify low expectations. Assuming that children facing economic hardship are incapable of high achievement is both discouraging and untrue, undermining their potential for academic success. Read more.
Community Members Come Together to Reimagine Rochester Schools (13WHAM, 03.30.34)
Community members gathered on Saturday afternoon for a workshop aimed at reimagining Rochester schools, where parents, educators, students, and local education leaders came together to share stories, experiences, and aspirations for the future. Ashara Baker, New York State director of the National Parents Union, emphasized the importance of including parents in discussions about education standards and quality, highlighting the need for collaborative efforts between parents, school administrators, teachers, and community members to create schools that meet the needs of both students and the community. Read more.
Rochester Organization Helping Parents Find Accessible, Quality Education (Spectrum News, 01.22.24)
In Rochester, Maria Cruz, a former foster parent of nine with two biological children, found the search for the right school daunting due to her children’s diverse needs. Seeking support, Cruz turned to READY, a nonprofit organization offering guidance to families navigating the educational landscape. Read more.
School Choice Lottery Opens, Rochester Parent Advocates Launch New Tool to Ease Process” (WXXI News, 12.08.23)
With the school choice lottery underway, READY launches a new tool to support Rochester parents in navigating school options. Read more.
It Takes a Village… and Policy (Minority Reporter, 12.08.23)
Highlighting READY’s advocacy efforts, this piece underscores the importance of collective action and policy reform in creating equitable, high-quality education opportunities for Rochester’s students. Read more.
READY Newsletters
October 2024 Newsletter – includes updates on School Finder, the READY Parent Advisory Council, a community fundraising event, and the School Incubator program
September 2024 – includes information on new programs such as like the READY Liberation Teaching Academy to support diverse educators, the Parent ACTION Academy for family advocacy, and the School Incubator
Compare up to 3 schools side by side! To check out the new school comparison tool, head to the School Finder and select the schools you’d like to see by checking the school’s box, and press the “Compare” link at the bottom.
