Philadelphia Home and School Council
Families supporting Philadelphia schools since 1897
WHO WE ARE
The Philadelphia Home and School Council (PHSC) is a citywide nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and strengthening Home and School Associations (HSAs) throughout the School District of Philadelphia.
Our mission is to empower school communities by providing leadership support, governance guidance, family engagement resources, advocacy, and opportunities for collaboration that help schools build strong partnerships with families.
WHAT WE DO
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We support schools interested in establishing an HSA
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We strengthen existing HSAs by providing training, hands-on guidance, and support to HSA leaders
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We provide guidance on bylaw creation, governance, elections, and nonprofit best practices
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We connect school leaders with family engagement resources
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We promote collaboration between schools, families, and the School District of Philadelphia
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We facilitate networking and professional development opportunities for HSA leaders and members
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We advocate for strong family-school partnerships that improve student outcomes
