The University of Rochester-East 10-Year EPO Concludes in a Celebration of Success and Gratitude

Higher graduation rates, improved student outcomes, and increased attendance: this video celebrates the transformative 10-year journey of the University of Rochester-East Educational Partnership Organization (EPO) and expresses deep gratitude for a decade of collaboration and shared success. As the formal East EPO concludes in June 2025, members of the East community reflect on a decade of growth, personal transformation, and enduring relationships built on trust, care, and shared commitment.

In collaboration with the East community and several other University units, the Warner School of Education and Human Development assumed a leadership role in driving meaningful change and fostering a healthier, more effective learning environment. Together, they began to reimagine what’s possible for students, families, and educators—laying the groundwork for long-term success.

Working together, East educators, students, families, and Warner faculty developed a comprehensive plan. Today, the school has made measurable progress, with significantly stronger graduation outcomes, fewer suspensions, and improved attendance. These gains reflect a deeply held, shared belief—that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, and that meaningful change is possible when communities unite around a common purpose.

While the EPO chapter is closing, the University of Rochester’s Warner School remains dedicated to East and Rochester’s broader educational community. Through new and ongoing initiatives, the Warner School will continue to support the academic success and well-being of students. The Center for Urban Education Success (CUES), housed at Warner, will also continue to serve as a hub for research, resources, and tools to help urban schools thrive.

The East and University communities will be forever strengthened by this partnership—and by the belief that together, we can build an ever better future.

To explore the CUES website and the amazing resources it has to offer, visit: https://www.rochester.edu/warner/cues/