Peace River Elementary SchoolA United Way Community School
Charlotte County's first Community School is launching at Peace River Elementary—bringing the school, families and community partners together through one coordinated system of support. By building on the resources already available and creating stronger connections to the broader community, the Community School will help students, families and staff find the support and opportunities they need to thrive.
Support Centered Around the School
Building on What Already Exists
Peace River Elementary already provides important support beyond the classroom. The Community School model will strengthen that foundation by making resources easier to coordinate, access and expand.
Currently at Peace River
- School-Based Mental Health TeamSupporting students' emotional and behavioral well-being.
- Food Pantry Helping students and families access nutritious food.
- Student Uniform ClosetHelping students arrive prepared and ready to learn.
United Way Connections
A Trusted Guide for Families
Meet Families Where They Are
A full-time Community School Coordinator will be based at Peace River Elementary, giving families one trusted person they can turn to when they need support.
The Coordinator will listen, help identify a family's needs and connect them with appropriate school and community resources. Families will not have to know which organization to call or navigate multiple systems alone—the Coordinator will help guide them through the process and follow up along the way.
One trusted connection can open the door to a whole community of support.
Built Through Collaboration
Three Organizations. One Shared Commitment.
Peace River Elementary's Community School is a collaboration between United Way Charlotte County, Charlotte County Public Schools and Peace River Elementary School—working together to connect students and families with coordinated support.
Early Investment
Our Community Is Already Showing Up
Funders and local businesses are already helping establish the Community School and ensuring students have what they need to begin the school year ready to learn.
Looking Ahead
Growing With Peace River
The Peace River Elementary Community School will continue to grow in response to the voices of students, families and school staff. As needs are identified and partnerships deepen, new resources, opportunities and connections can be added—creating a stronger, more responsive system of support around the entire school community.
The vision is not a fixed list of programs. It is a school community that listens, adapts and grows together.
Be Part of What Comes Next
Help Peace River Students and Families Thrive
Your time, resources and partnership can help strengthen the Community School and expand what is possible for the entire Peace River community.