Mission
The Center for Education Support (CES) advocates for education as the foundation of progress by advancing engagement, outreach, and support that foster lifelong learning, accountability, and regional growth.

Who We Are
CES is the hub of engagement, outreach, and innovation for the School of Education at The W. We connect students, alumni, faculty, and community partners through programs, events, and initiatives that extend learning beyond the classroom. With a culture of hospitality and service, CES sustains pipelines into education, strengthens partnerships, and drives regional impact.

CES as the September 2025 Office of the Month at The W - Staff Council Awardee
CES as the September 2025 W Staff Council Office of the Month

CES Core Values

  • Engagement – Foster belonging by connecting students, alumni, faculty, and community partners beyond the classroom.
  • Outreach – Share the School of Education’s story through visibility, communications, and partnerships that strengthen the pipeline.
  • Support – Provide hospitality, service, and operational excellence to sustain the work of the School of Education.
  • Accountability – Steward resources responsibly, ensure compliance, and use data for continuous improvement.
  • Innovation – Anticipate needs, design creative solutions, and adapt quickly to challenges.
  • Change-Making – Lead coalitions, respond to gaps, and weave people and resources together to create lasting impact.
  • Sustainability – Build systems and partnerships that endure, ensuring long-term success for educators and communities.

What We Do

  • Student Success & Engagement – Support student organizations, recognition events, conferences, and job fairs that build belonging and retention.
  • Recruitment & Visibility – Lead storytelling, marketing, and alumni engagement to expand the School of Education’s reach and pipeline.
  • Partnerships & Outreach – Develop high-impact collaborations, offer professional learning and CEUs, and convene coalitions that advance education and workforce readiness.
  • Accountability & Excellence – Manage grants, gifts, and reporting while modeling hospitality, transparency, and operational excellence.

Vision
The CES will be recognized as the hub of engagement, outreach, and accountability for the School of Education. By weaving partnerships, advancing professional learning, and leading with hospitality and innovation, CES will strengthen teacher pipelines, champion alumni advocacy, and position The W as a change-maker in regional and statewide education.