NorCal School Partnerships
School Year | 2025–2026
​​Special Partnership Notice for 2025–2026
Our first year of expansion has offered valuable insights, particularly around the need to strengthen paid infrastructure to fully realize the potential of our growing community. We’ve learned that geographic distance and limited volunteer capacity—despite the incredible dedication of those involved—have impacted our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality support across all areas.
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In recognition of this, and in the spirit of continued growth and learning, PSV will extend the onboarding period for one additional year. Current school partners will receive a gifted partner membership for the 2025–2026 school year, allowing us to continue building thoughtfully while deepening our shared impact. New schools will join at the same rate based on enrollment size as schools in the 2024-2025 school year.
About the PSV School Partnership
Private School Village (PSV) cultivates and harnesses the power of community to positively transform the private school experience for Black and Brown families so that students fully thrive. Through intentional collaboration with families and schools, PSV increases racial literacy, strengthens socialization, enhances representation, and supports research that centers the lived experiences of Black and Brown students and their families.
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At PSV, we believe that diverse, inclusive environments—where all students are seen, supported, and empowered—yield stronger critical thinking, deeper empathy, and improved academic achievement for everyone. But diversity is not enough. While access to private schools opens the door, it is what happens after enrollment that determines whether a student thrives. Social-emotional wellness, culturally affirming practices, and a sustained sense of belonging are not add-ons—they are fundamental pillars of a truly transformative education.
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In this context, PSV school partnerships are not symbolic—they are substantive. In an era marked by socio political uncertainty and mounting pressure on equity initiatives, partnering with PSV is a clear and public affirmation of your school’s commitment to meaningful, sustainable, and community-rooted progress. Our approach is grounded in shared values, mutual accountability, and a collective vision for what is possible when families and schools work in alignment.
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To reinforce this commitment, the following partnership expectations for the 2025–2026 school year have been established. They are designed to support alignment, foster transparency, and promote measurable impact. ​
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Partnerships—at every level—are a critical part of ensuring that PSV remains strong, responsive, and rooted in the community, ready to meet the evolving needs of families today and sustain meaningful impact for years to come.
NorCal Partnership Terms & Responsibilities
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By signing up, you agree to diligently support the PSV NorCal Partnership Terms & Responsibilities and our mission to support families so that students fully thrive. These terms are:
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​​Designate Engaged School Contacts: Assign two key representatives: a senior administrator (ideally the person that deals most closely with your Black/Brown community in admissions, DEIJ, or the Head’s Office) and a Communications/Marketing lead to serve as liaisons with PSV. One representative for smaller schools – someone who directs school communications strategies – is appropriate.
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Attend Partner Orientations and Check-ins: Participate in one of two mandatory virtual orientations in August and a mid-year check-in in December.
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Coordinate Optional Parent-Specific Orientation: If desired, help arrange a virtual orientation for Black and Brown parents facilitated by PSV and your school’s parent representatives.
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Promote PSV Programs, Resources & Workshops: Actively share PSV resources & opportunities as they incrementally build—including virtual skill-building opportunities, and community gatherings–particularly with formal or informal affinity and parent groups.
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Participate in PSV Research: Engage in PSV research efforts and gain early access to key findings.
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Support efforts to Build PSV: Identify possible PSV NorCal Parent Ambassadors and support opportunities to build this vibrant community. ​​​​
If there is still a hardship in meeting these rates, please reach out at psvadmin@privateschoolvillage.org. ​​​