Neva King Cooper Educational Center

Passionate about education and history? 🏫 Join Neva King Cooper Educational Center and help empower students with severe intellectual disabilities. Your involvement can help students communicate independently and reach their maximum potential! 🌟

About Neva King Cooper Educational Center: Located in Homestead, Florida, Neva King Cooper Educational Center is a historic school that serves students with severe intellectual disabilities, ages 3 to 22. Built in 1914 and designed by August Geiger, the school originally opened as Homestead Public School and is now listed on the National Registry of Historical Places. As part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the center provides specialized educational services through assistive technology, individualized curriculum, and the support of dedicated stakeholders.

Mission Statement: The goal of Neva King Cooper Educational Center is to give all our students the tools needed to communicate independently, enhance normalization, and grow/develop to their maximum potential.

Volunteer Opportunities: We are looking for dedicated volunteers to help with various activities, including:

• Supporting Educational Programs: Assist with individualized curriculum and classroom activities 📚
• Using Assistive Technology: Help students with technology that aids communication and learning 💻
• Engaging with Students: Foster a welcoming and supportive environment for students 🤗
• Organizing Events: Assist with planning and coordinating school events and activities 📅

How to Get Involved: To sign up to volunteer, please email info@neva-king-cooper.org with your schedule and interests.

Are you ready to join us and make a difference in the lives of our students? 😊