Community Schools United

Community Schools United Official hub for Community Schools United serving Brewer Early Innovation Academy, Dorothy Height Elementary, and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Elementary in Columbus, GA, as well as Phenix City Elementary in Phenix City, AL. United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley is committed to addressing our community’s toughest challenge: poverty. By partnering with organizations and individuals from all walks of life, we create opportunities for every person to thrive. Community Schools United is one of our key initiatives. It unites families, educat

ors, community partners, and local leaders to support the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally. At the center of this work are our dedicated Community School Coordinators, who connect students and families to resources, build meaningful programs, and strengthen the bond between schools and their communities. We’re proud to serve as the official hub for Community Schools United in Brewer Early Innovation Academy, Dorothy Height Elementary, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary in Columbus, GA (Muscogee County School District), as well as Phenix City Elementary in Phenix City, AL (Phenix City Schools). Together, we’re building brighter futures for all.

Happy Last Day of School! 🎉📚 As the school year comes to a close, we are celebrating the students, families, school staf...
05/21/2026

Happy Last Day of School! 🎉📚 As the school year comes to a close, we are celebrating the students, families, school staff, and community partners who made this year so special.

A huge thank you to our Community School Coordinators for the countless ways they supported students and families throughout the year: helping connect resources, build relationships, and strengthen our school communities every day.
We are proud of all that was accomplished this year and wish everyone a safe, fun, and restful summer! ☀️❤️

Reminder: Our Community School Coordinators are still available throughout the summer to support families and help connect resources as needed!

A huge thank you to the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley Board of Directors for investing in and encouraging our 2...
05/20/2026

A huge thank you to the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley Board of Directors for investing in and encouraging our 2nd grade students at Brewer Early Innovation Academy as they prepare for their transition to their 3rd grade home schools!

Through the gift of The Curious Why, our students were reminded to stay curious, keep asking questions, and confidently step into their next chapter. As the book reminds us, “The more you wonder, the more you discover.”

Thank you for helping our students feel seen, supported, and excited for what’s ahead. Your encouragement is helping build brave learners ready to take on new adventures! 💙📚

The first year of our PAW Store at Dorothy I. Height Elementary School was a tremendous success! It became a place of ce...
05/19/2026

The first year of our PAW Store at Dorothy I. Height Elementary School was a tremendous success! It became a place of celebration of growth, consistency, and showing up. 🐾

We are so proud of the attendance progress our students and families made throughout the year. Every day at school matters, and this growth means more learning, more connection, and more opportunities for success.

Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community for making attendance a priority. The progress we made together is worth celebrating! 💙

🎓 Graduation week is finally here and we are SO proud of all of our students for everything they’ve accomplished this ye...
05/18/2026

🎓 Graduation week is finally here and we are SO proud of all of our students for everything they’ve accomplished this year!

A special shoutout goes to the tallest graduate of them all, our Community School Coordinator, Mr. Jarvis 😂, for stepping in this week to help students practice crossing the stage.

We are cheering on every student as they take this big next step! Congratulations graduates! 💙

Brewer Early Innovation Academy

Water Days at Phenix City Elementary School was a SPLASH hit! 💦☀️A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing United Way of th...
05/15/2026

Water Days at Phenix City Elementary School was a SPLASH hit! 💦☀️

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley volunteers for diving in and helping make the day unforgettable for our Hawks! From soaking up the fun to keeping the smiles flowing, your support made waves across campus. 🦅💙

Our Hawks definitely made a splash heading into summer break!

🐾 Tomorrow is the LAST chance to shop the Paw Store for the school year! 🐾We are so proud of our families for making att...
05/13/2026

🐾 Tomorrow is the LAST chance to shop the Paw Store for the school year! 🐾

We are so proud of our families for making attendance a priority this year and helping our students show up, grow, and succeed each day. 💙

As we wrap up the year, families who earned Bine Bucks through perfect attendance can cash them in one last time tomorrow!

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

05/12/2026

Before students at Martin Luther King, Jr. walked into GMAS testing, they walked in with something even more important: encouragement, love, and reminders that they are capable. 💙

Community Schools United was honored to rally families to create affirmation videos for students to help ease testing anxiety, build confidence, and remind every child that they have an entire team cheering them on.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can give students is the reminder that they are seen, supported, and never facing challenges alone.

Thank you to the families who took the time to pour positivity and encouragement into our students. We hope these messages helped our scholars walk into testing feeling confident, calm, and ready to shine. ✨

United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley

🚨 Future Kindergarten Families — Don’t Forget! 🎒✨Kindergarten Screening is happening THIS Thursday! We’re excited to wel...
05/12/2026

🚨 Future Kindergarten Families — Don’t Forget! 🎒✨

Kindergarten Screening is happening THIS Thursday! We’re excited to welcome our future students and families for a fun and engaging event filled with:
🍪 Snacks
🎨 Activities for the kids
💛 Friendly faces ready to help you get school-year ready

Spots fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your child’s screening time today! ⏰
🔗 Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/fZr6PReLYV

We can’t wait to meet the Class of 2039! 🍎

Brewer Early Innovation Academy Dorothy I. Height Elementary School Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary-Columbus, GA

Today at Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary, appreciation was on island time 🌺🍍Community Schools United loved bringing t...
05/08/2026

Today at Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary, appreciation was on island time 🌺🍍

Community Schools United loved bringing the tropical vibes with refreshing drinks for a staff that deserves to feel celebrated. While the drinks may have brought a little taste of paradise, the real highlight was the incredible educators who continue to pour so much into their students every single day.

Thank you for all you do to create a supportive, encouraging, and uplifting space for your school community 💙!

Time to taco-bout teacher appreciation at Brewer Early Innovation Academy 🌮💙Community Schools United was proud to sponso...
05/07/2026

Time to taco-bout teacher appreciation at Brewer Early Innovation Academy 🌮💙

Community Schools United was proud to sponsor a taco bar from Tacos N Thangz to celebrate the incredible educators who show up every day for students, families, and each other.

Thanks for all you do, we hope today gave you a little extra to smile about 🌟

05/07/2026

Honoring Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week with messages of encouragement, support, and reminder that every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued 💚

You may even spy a few familiar Community School faces in the video. ✨

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