Forming a First 10 School and Community

Starting the process of forming a First 10 School and Community in Maine does not have to be overwhelming!  The following resources will guide you and your team toward planning tools, explanations of roles in the process and examples of working with partners within the community.

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Building a First 10 School & Community
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Alignment Guidebook

Planning Process Guide

Planning Tool

Community Partner List

Education Week Commentary: Getting the First 10 Years Right

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Creating a First 10 Team
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Tips for Building and Sustaining Leadership & Advisory Teams

Building Community Partners Tip Sheet 

Guidance for Forming Advisory Groups 

Group Development Process 

Roles and Responsibilities Unclear? Do This!

 

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Role of a First 10 Coordinator
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Practice Brief:  What is the School Coordinator Role?

 

Family Services Coordinator Example

FAQs
Community Services & Directory Examples
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Practice Brief:  Working with Community Partners 

Practice Brief:  Analyzing the Resource Landscape

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    Funding Sources
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    Funding a First 10 School and Community Coordinator