Here We Grow...

The PODS Learning Institute is currently in the development phase. Our goal is to build a strong foundation before opening, including governance, funding, partnerships, facility planning, student interest, staffing, programming, and community support.

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Development Timeline

2026
Foundation & Planning

Private school concept finalized
AOI filed and updated for PODS
Connection established with The Nurturing Group
Initial school model developed
Bloom Integrated Learning Model created
Early partnerships and community conversations started
Website, outreach, and interest-building efforts launched

Fall 2026
Community Engagement

Build parent and student interest list
Host informational sessions
Strengthen volunteer and sponsor network
Continue partnership development
Begin fundraising campaign for school launch
Promote Harlem Nights Gala

Winter 2026–Spring 2027
Launch Preparation

Secure funding and sponsorships
Identify facility options
Develop admissions and enrollment process
Continue curriculum planning
Build staffing plan
Prepare family information packets
Expand community partnerships

Summer 2027
Final Readiness

Confirm facility and operational systems
Begin family onboarding
Host parent orientation
Prepare classrooms and learning spaces
Finalize staff training
Launch bridge or readiness programming if available

August 2027 — Projected Opening

PODS plans to welcome its first group of middle school students for the 2027–2028 school year.

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Here We Grow...

Development Timeline

2026 Foundation & Planning

Fall 2026 Community Engagement

Winter 2026–Spring 2027 Launch Preparation

Summer 2027 Final Readiness

August 2027 — Projected Opening

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2026
Foundation & Planning

Fall 2026
Community Engagement

Winter 2026–Spring 2027
Launch Preparation

Summer 2027
Final Readiness