Worcester Partnership at Bancroft School in Worcester

Better Together

The Worcester Partnership is a year-round journey for rising first through ninth graders. The program consists of a four-week summer component in which students from Worcester Public Schools join us on the Bancroft School campus during the month of July. Each day combines the challenge and excitement of academics in the morning, with the spirit of lively camp activities in the afternoon. In addition, there are 8 to 10 weeks of Saturday Learning Activities during the school year.

The mission of the Worcester Partnership is to provide students (12 per grade) from various Worcester Schools a safe, caring environment in which to meet the ever-changing needs of children and their families. The initial participation sets the stage for a nine-year support mechanism for selected, low-income-family children from Worcester's Public Schools. The program addresses summer learning loss with a goal of uninterrupted skill development for the challenges of the year ahead.

It is our desire to open doors to fresh challenges and new ways of thinking by introducing these students to materials and environments to which they might not ordinarily be exposed. The enjoyment of reading and a love for learning is at the core of the curriculum at every level.

Fostering Lifelong Learners

It is during these early years, when children are learning to be learners, and learning to be members of a larger community, that we provide an opportunity to set the stage for future growth and development.

The journey begins at the kindergarten level and was originally intended to continue through grade six. However, many of our "graduates" found that they were not quite ready to leave, so the program has evolved to include middle schoolers as both academic participants and mentors to the younger children.

Through the Worcester Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment in which the children feel safe, empowered, and academically challenged — an environment in which taking academic risks is the norm — and an environment based on tolerance and respect. Success will be measured by individual growth and the positive direction of the group.

The ability to problem solve, enjoy a laugh, question, explore, and try, is the cornerstone of the Worcester Partnership.

Program Goals

The foundation of the program is a consistent, responsible community of students and teachers, where each individual is a contributing member and each knows he or she is vital to the success of the group as a whole. The goals of the program include:

Reinforcing the public school curriculum
Sustaining a love for learning
Fostering positive social interactions and self-esteem
Challenging participants to reach new academic heights
Encouraging independent and divergent thinking
Promoting healthy eating and exercise
Facilitating parent involvement

Golf Classic

We Invite Your Support

The Worcester Partnership Golf Classic is our primary fundraising event and a great opportunity to engage with many member of our community whose generosity has helped propel our organization to new heights over the past 20+ years. We hope you consider a sponsorship, raffle, or golf outing at the beautiful Haven Country Club or just come to support our amazing students.

Join us at The Haven Country Club on Monday, May 19, 2025 for the 21st Annual Golf Classic!

Check-in: 11:00 AM

Shotgun Start: 12:00 PM

REGISTER HERE

Questions? Contact:
Lupe Lomeli
Director of Worcester Partnership
508.462.9401, ext. 229

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