Whereas community schools marshal, align, and unite the assets, resources, and capacity of schools and communities for the success of students, families, and communities; Whereas community schools are an effective, evidence-based, and equity-driven strategy for school improvement included under section 4625 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7275 ), as added by section 4601 of the Every Student Succeeds Act ( Public Law 114–95 ; 129 Stat. 2029); Whereas community schools that provide integrated student supports, well-designed and expanded learning opportunities, and active family and community engagement and that use collaborative leadership and practices have positive academic and nonacademic outcomes, including— (1) improvements in student attendance, behavior, academic achievement, school readiness, and mental and physical health, high school graduation rates, and school climate; and (2) reduced racial and economic achievement gaps; Whereas community schools have the potential to close racial and economic achievement gaps, as indicated in a 2021 report; Whereas a 2023 report found that mental health care provided through community schools improves access to care and improved academic performance and student conduct, including reducing the number of school suspensions and disciplinary referrals; Whereas a 2022 study found that community schools had a positive impact on student attendance, on-time grade progression, and credit accumulation for high school students, with the investment in these schools being important to underprivileged areas; Whereas a 2022 report found that Chicago’s community schools led to an increase in parent engagement and trust between children’s families and their schools; Whereas community schools provide a strong social return on investment, with one study citing a social return of between $10 to $15 for every dollar invested over a 3-year period