The Community School is undertaking a bold reimagining of our mission, expanding on education and justice work we’ve done for decades.
Our campus on an historic farm in South Tamworth, New Hampshire is evolving into a hub for multi-generational problem solving, especially in the realms of climate resilience, hunger, and socioeconomic equity.
Semester School Opens Fall 2023!
REAL-TIME TIMELINE
March 2020: When we sent students home to learn remotely during the COVID pandemic, we immediately pivoted to begin providing delicious and nutritious food for our friends and neighbors, served by donation from our farm stand.
January 2021: The Community School was recognized as a Granite State Food Hero for providing community meals.
February 2021: Director Lianne Prentice was awarded NH Person of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers, for food security efforts.
March 2021: The Tamworth Foundation gave TCS a grant to create a five-week summer camp program for area children, including snacks and meals, free to all Tamworth children.
June 2021: Our last class graduated from our fully-accredited independent day school.
July-August 2021: 109 local K-8 graders frolicked at our five-week summer camp!
August 2021: 16,500 meals were shared with our community since 3/20!
September 2021: Community meal pick up site moved from rustic farm stand into school building, providing easier access to all who want or need the meals.
October 2021: Building and Grounds Committee will meet to outline site plan development needs for current work and future plans, including: renovation to lobby and kitchen to provide in-house seating for up to 75 people; library renovation for optimal congregate use; bunk cabins for semester school students; cottages for faculty and staff; and, ultimately, small homes for our elder co-housing cooperative. Included in site planning: net zero building design and renewable energy!