Bridges for Schools is a scalable, research-based program that seeks to strengthen Catholic schools by investing in strategies that foster belonging and meaningful engagement for all students and families. We believe that schools are stronger when families feel welcomed, valued, empowered, and informed.
Initiated by funding from the Crimsonbridge Foundation, Bridges for Schools has helped schools develop and invest in family engagement strategies, bilingual communications and staffing, professional development, and more. This work has positive implications for all families, schools, parishes, and dioceses, and this vision aligns with the mission of Catholic education and the Catholic Church.
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Catholic school partners in 8 states have participated in Bridges for Schools
95%
Schools saw positive enrollment trends
90%
Schools participate in the program for more than one year
BRIDGES AT WORK IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF WASHINGTON
OUR PARTNERS
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FOR SCHOOLS, DIOCESES, AND FUNDERS
WHAT OUR PARTNERS ARE SAYING
By helping to foster greater family engagement and promoting increased communication, Crimsonbridge’s investment will not only affirm the dignity and gifts of our bilingual and Latino students; it will also help expand their access to the academically excellent, morally centered education our schools provide. Crimsonbridge Foundation is helping us construct more diverse, well-rounded, and spiritually rich school communities – places where students grow in knowledge and faith, and where every family knows they belong.”
Most Reverend William E. Lori
Archbishop of Baltimore