August 2024 – Deeper KidMin

5 Tips for Partnering with Local Schools

If you're looking for ways to increase your impact in your community, consider partnering with your local schools! As schools prepare for back-to-school season and the return of teachers and students, your church or ministry can support families and your community in intentional ways. Here are 5 ways to build connections and partner with your local schools: Ask and listen. Always connect with your local school administration first, asking if you can partner with the school and how you can support them. Share that you want to partner with the school and support their staff and students through prayer. Ask about the needs the school may have, and become familiar with the polices and procedures the school may have in place when it comes to faith organizations and faith conversations. Be ready to connect and listen. Do not assume you know their...

18 Ways Your Ministry Can Serve Local Schools

Use this list of ideas to have a conversation with your local schools about how your ministry can partner with and support them. Always ask where the school might have needs first, and use this list as suggestions if needed. Also, remember these 5 tips for partnering with your local schools! Download a printable version here! Ideas for meeting student needs: Reading Buddies (reading once a week for 30 minutes with a student throughout the year) Mentoring or serving as a “Lunch Buddy” weekly or monthly Food on the weekends for the food insecure Snacks and healthy food for the school “pantry” School supplies drive Clothes to be kept in the office in case of accidents Personal hygiene items Shoes and warm clothing Ideas for encouraging teachers: Write...