Advocate For The Eastside Student Center To Be Continued Partner Of BUSD

For years, the Eastside Student Center has been a trusted and flexible partner to the District, consistently adapting to the changing needs of students and families while working within the financial and operational constraints provided by the District. ESC has built strong relationships with students, families, and community partners, and has become an important source of consistency, mentorship, and support for many children in our community.

ESC provides a program that reflects both the intent and spirit of the ELO-P program and was designed to provide students with enriching, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experiences that support their academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being but do replicate school day activities. 

ESC’s program offers students something uniquely valuable: a safe and supportive environment outside of the traditional school setting where students can build confidence, relationships, leadership skills, and a sense of belonging. For many families, this program is a vital source of mentorship, enrichment, stability, and community connection.

We are concerned about the impact that losing this longstanding partnership could have on students, families, staffing continuity, and the quality of services available to our community, especially with such a short transition timeline before the next program year begins.