Cultivate the mind. Inspire the change.
The central philosophy of the South Bend Empowerment Zone lies in the centering of the student- and family- experience via the empowerment of leaders and educators at each school to respond to their needs in service to stronger academic, social, and emotional outcomes for our students.
We are now hiring for the 2022-23 school year!
Registration is now open for our elementary school summer enrichment programs. Click here to learn more!
Please view this important update regarding salary increases for our Empowerment Zone staff!
Latest Blog & News
Letter from Sam Centellas
Please review this important update from South Bend Empowerment Zone Board of Directors Chair Sam Centellas
Letter from Dr. Camacho
Please review this important update from South Bend Empowerment Zone Chief Dr. Cheryl Camacho
Our Empowerment Zone Schools
The South Bend Empowerment Zone schools are the primary unit of change
Navarre Middle School
4702 W. Ford Street
Harrison Elementary School
3302 W. Western Ave.
Coquillard Elementary School
1245 N. Sheridan Ave.
Wilson Primary Center
56660 Oak Rd.
Warren Elementary School
55400 Quince Rd.
The purpose of the South Bend Empowerment Zone
Vision
A system of schools that eliminates academic and social/emotional opportunity gaps and nurtures the greatness that exists within each child to confidently thrive in our city, nation, and world.
Mission
The Empowerment Zone nurtures the mind, body, spirit of each child by harnessing the power of community and empowering every student with a high quality public education.
Get Involved
The South Bend Empowerment Zone offers students, families, teachers and staff, and school leaders the opportunity to get engaged and make new connections within our community. Find out what you can do to help make a difference in South Bend!
