a waco-driven solution to school improvement
Transformation waco serves FOUR community SCHOOLS with NEARLY 2200 STUDENTS.
Transformation Waco is the bridge that connects students and families to school readiness programs, wraparound services, and afterschool and summer programs. Our holistic approach addresses out-of-school barriers to learning by providing afterschool and early childhood development programs, onsite mental health therapy, eye examinations and glasses, social service support for families, and on-campus telehealth care.
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AFTERSCHOOL ACADEMIES
The AfterSchool Academies are low to no cost afterschool programs for students at Alta Vista Elementary, Brook Avenue Elementary, J.H. Hines Elementary, and G.W. Carver Middle. Programs include high-impact tutoring, enrichment activities, homework assistance, a meal, and more.
free eye exams
The Bernard and Audre Rapoport Vision Center at the Greater Waco Advanced Health Care Academy provides free eye exams and glasses to all Waco ISD students.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Transformation Waco is committed to eliminating barriers to learning. Community School Specialists on each campus equip families to seek resources from our partners and community. Innovative services to Transformation Waco students include Telehealth for Schools and free eye exams and glasses provided by the Bernard and Audre Vision Clinic.
tELEHEALTH FOR SCHOOLS
All Transformation Waco students have access to Telehealth for Schools, where a safe and confidential video visit with a Waco Family Medicine clinician is possible right on the school nurse’s computer.
A Window Into Waco
Waco, Texas, brings together the best of a thriving city and a close-knit community. With a diverse population of approximately 140,000 residents (43% White, 32% Hispanic, 22% Black, 3% Other) and located in the heart of Central Texas, Waco offers a rich cultural experience for longtime residents and newcomers alike. Visitors to Waco enjoy outdoor experiences in Cameron Park or the zoo, shopping and food at Magnolia Market, and historical experiences from Waco’s past.