School Connect CAFE
Join a round table conversation with a school principal to learn how you or your organization can work directly with a local school community!
What Is A CAFÉ?
A CAFE is a round table conversation between a school principal and the local leaders of their community in which the partners work together to address the needs of neighborhood children and families. Together, they plan projects that will leverage the assets of the community and bring support where it will make the greatest impact. This village of support has the potential to transform a child’s life, a school’s life, and even the entire community.
Why Participate In A CAFE?

Expand Your Network
Connect with other motivated leaders to increase your capacity as an individual or an organization

Increase Your Influence
Connected leaders have larger spheres of influence to maximize positive change

Make An Impact On A Child
Share your network, resources, and voice at a local school to increase opportunities for children

Support Your Community
Work together around common goals to better the entire community

Find A CAFE Near You!
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
- How does a CAFÉ impact local children?
- When and where are CAFÉs planned?
- Do you have to be from a school to join a CAFE?
- How can a business get involved?
- What types of projects/initiatives do you plan at a CAFÉ?
- How do CAFEs connect you to other leaders?
- Are CAFÉ’s virtual as well as in-person?
- Can I participate as an individual?
A CAFÉ helps local leaders leverage the assets of the community and work together to support children and families where they need it most! By funneling this support through local schools, the community knows they are bringing resources to make the greatest possible impact, and outcomes for children begin to change.
How To Get Involved!

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CAFÉ in Action

Training & Coaching
Find training and coaching to help you reach your goals in ways that fit for your community!

Teacher Appreciation
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What this partnership between the City of Phoenix, Scottsdale Bible Church, and School Connect accomplished!
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This collaboration between Agave Farms, Urban Farming Education, Laveen Action Committee, and Laveen School District!

Who Attends A CAFE?
- school principals
- business leaders
- parent org leaders
- faith leaders
- first responders
- district administrators
- student government
- local clubs & associations
- government leaders
- nonprofit leaders
- school principals
- business leaders
- parent org leaders
- faith leaders
- first responders
- district administrators
- student government
- local clubs & associations
- government leaders
- nonprofit leaders
Join Our Village
Doing this alone is impossible; it takes all of us working together to make a difference.
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News & Events

Champions of Education Awards 2025
The School Connect Champions of Education Awards event honors those who lead with heart and help us to build a brighter future for Arizona youth. Every year School Connect presents awards in 15 categories, including individuals ranging from kindergarten all the way to CEO! Join us to honor their legacy!
If you’re searching for a way to give back, make new friendships, or start something meaningful at your local school, we`d love for you to join us for Love Our Schools Day this fall!
👀 For inspiration, check out this list of potential projects... what would you add to the list??
Whether you`re an educator with a dream project, or a community member looking for ways to get plugged into your local school, this is a great opportunity to make new connections and make a difference for kids.
Let us know if you`re interested!
👉 https://schoolconnectaz.org/love-our-schools-day/interest/
#LoveOurSchoolsDay #Education #Arizona #CommunitySupport

We`re in the process of setting dates and planning projects for Love Our Schools Day taking place this fall. Let us know if you`re interested in being part of it!
👉 schoolconnectaz.org/love-our-schools
#LoveOurSchoolsDay #Arizona #Education #Volunteer

The countdown is on! Our annual School Connect Bowling Tournament is next month, August 20th, and we`d love to see you there!
Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just want to join us for the laughs and good company (+ food and prizes!), this is a great way to make a real difference for Arizona’s students while having some fun.
RSVP by August 1 to reserve your spot!
👉 SchoolConnectAZ.org/Bowling
Special thank you to our sponsors: @core1937, @vitalantaz, @chasse.us, @mccarthybuild, 1GPA, Tempe Mechanical, Global Roofing Group, @sunlandasphalt, and Danson Construction LLC
#Education #Arizona

When it comes to helping students thrive, the most important question isn’t always “How can I do this?”
Instead, try asking...
“Who can help me make it happen?”
Your dreams deserve partners who are on your side!
Ready to find your "who"?!
In partnership with the Arizona Business & Education Coalition, Grand Canyon University, Victory Schools, and the Fiesta Sports Foundation, we invite you to join us September 10th for the Classroom to Career Workshop!
Learn more and get tickets at https://schoolconnectaz.org/classroom-to-career/
#ClassroomtoCareer #STEM #Arizona #Education #WorkplaceDevelopment

Happy Independence Day from School Connect—where we believe every act of empowering schools creates a brighter future for our kids!
Thank you for being part of our village!
#4thofJuly
