Meaningful impacts.
Measurable results.
Sustainable outcomes.
OUR IMPACT
The CITRS/CC! initiative is creating measurable change in Buffalo Public Schools—strengthening character, improving school culture, and supporting academic success.
EXPLORE RESOURCES
Find What You Need
14,000+
Students Reached
More than 14,000 students across Buffalo Public Schools.
20
Schools Engaged
Schools engaged in building character and stronger communities.
9 → 1
Relationship Transformation
Nine schools now in receivership. After two years, only one remains.
97%
Staff Support
Supported the CITRS/CC! initiative after four years.
Identified Impacts
97%
Staff supported the initiative
85%
Parents supported the initiative
81%
Staff felt the initiative was effective
78%
High school students felt it was effective
78%
Parents felt the initiative was effective
78%
Elementary students felt they were learning better
76%
High school students felt they were becoming better people
Transforming Schools in Buffalo
From Receivership to Remarkable Change
The CITRS/CC! initiative is helping schools create lasting improvement in outcomes and school culture.
2017
9 schools were in receivership.
CITRS + CHARACTER COUNTS! ®
​Comprehensive character initiative implemented.
2 years until meaningful impact
Results continued to emerge through the initiative.
8 of 9
Schools achieved the necessary improvement to leave receivership.
Together, we build stronger communities.
Partner with CITRS to bring character, integrity, and success to more students and schools.