Camden will be home to a vibrant public school system that inspires all students and prepares them for success after high school.
What We Do
The Camden Education Fund (CEF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to accelerating progress in Camden’s public school system.
CEF works with families, school partners, and community leaders to identify citywide needs in education. CEF then provides grants and develops strategic partnerships to address these citywide needs. Grantees may include schools, non-profits, and universities.
Our Vision
Camden will be home to a vibrant public school system that inspires all students and prepares them for success after high school.
Our Mission
To sustain and accelerate progress in Camden’s public school system.
Our Focus Areas
CEF grants and strategic partnerships focus on the following areas:
Talent
Recruiting, developing, retaining, and appreciating excellent teachers
Equity
Ensuring a great school for every child and services that meet all children’s needs
Instructional Quality
Providing all students with access to high-quality, rigorous, and relevant curricula
Engagement
Creating opportunities for parents and community leaders to shape a system that meets families’ needs
Post-Secondary
Developing structured pathways for
post-secondary success, including
college and career
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Our Team
Giana Campbell
Executive Director
Giana is a former state department and district administrator. Giana served most recently as the Senior Director of External Affairs for Uncommon Schools, a nonprofit that manages public K-12 schools in Camden and Newark, NJ, Massachusetts, and New York. She holds a B.A. in English and Political Science and a Master of Public Policy from the University of Virginia.
Jonathan Garr
Director of School Investments
Jonathan is a former teacher and school administrator.
Jonathan served most recently as a Professional Development Implementation Specialist with Great Minds, a nonprofit curriculum provider. He holds a B.A. in English Literature from Washington University in St. Louis and a Teaching Certificate from the University of Pennsylvania.
Yaniece Spencer
Manager of Engagement
Yaniece is the former Director of Student Services for an Alternative High School Program in Philadelphia. She was born and raised in Camden, NJ where she currently
resides. She holds a B.S in Social Work from Delaware State University and a Master’s in Criminal Justice from St. Joseph’s University. She is the Co-Founder of BOSS Mentoring and Owner of YSS Graphics.
Our Board
Jose Brito
Former Camden City School District Board Member
Falynn Miligan
Taisha Minier
Former Camden City School District Board Member
Kameelah Shaheed-Diallo
Our Values
- We are doers
- We pursue excellence
- We practice humility
- We operate with integrity
- We champion equity