Letter of Support

To make effective change, we need to show how much our community is fighting for it. Letters of support will be greatly impactful. Below is a sample letter that you can use, but we strongly encourage you to share your own story and strongly-worded concerns.

Please send your letters to rockaway.elementary@gmail.com as soon as you can before March 31st.

Subject: Support for Public Elementary School in Rockaway

Dear Community Leaders and Decision-Makers,

I am writing to express my strong support for the creation of a new public elementary school in Rockaway. As a [parent, educator, community member] I have seen firsthand the urgent need for more high-quality, accessible school options for our children.

Our community is growing, yet many families face limited choices when it comes to education. Existing schools are struggling, there's a lack of special education resources, and there's a huge gap in enriching programs such as dual-language immersion, environmental education, and social-emotional learning. An elementary school designed to meet these needs would provide Rockaway students with the tools to thrive academically and socially while strengthening our community as a whole, keeping residents from moving off the peninsula and, in turn, creating a more stable economy.

ROCK School’s commitment to sustainability, bilingual education, and student well-being aligns with what families in Rockaway have been asking for. This school will not only address the current demand for high-quality education but will also serve as a model for innovation and inclusivity in NYC public schools.

I urge you to support this initiative and advocate for the resources needed to bring this vision to life. Our children deserve a school that reflects the values and needs of our community. Thank you for your time and for your dedication to the future of Rockaway’s families.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]