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Over the last year, GAR Foundation has been working with key community partners to take a closer look at a systems-focused strategy that will enhance early learning and childcare in Akron.

The Akron Civic Commons works across three neighborhoods in Akron: Downtown, Park East, and Summit Lake, and the process is guided by four pillars: Civic Engagement, Socioeconomic Mixing, Value Cre

GAR Foundation recently announced the launch of new initiative called Essential Experiences to provide preschool and elementary students at Akron Public Schools with a meaningful learning experienc

Akron, Ohio — Feb. 28.

A new early childhood learning initiative from GAR Foundation called STARS: Supporting Teachers and Ready Students will engage a group of 24 community-based preschools and day care providers in Akr

By: Dr. Michelle Jones and Dr. Gus Farmakidis

Do you have an idea for your classroom that will advance student achievement?

There are few things in professional life that can take the oxygen out of a room quite like the prospect of year-end performance reviews and new year goal-setting. Why is that?

Over the past year, economic development leaders from the City of Akron, Summit County and the Greater Akron Chamber have been working closely to reimagine how we can achieve greater economic prosp

Akron, Ohio — Nov.