Banneker HS SAFE Center

Banneker High School SAFE Center

Mission Statement: Mission Statement: The S.A.F.E. Center provides a secure and supportive environment for all students at Banneker High School. Established in 2018, the SAFE Center delivers essential services such as food, clothing, counseling, and mental health support, while addressing out-of-school barriers to learning through partnerships with social and health service agencies.

Overarching Goal: To build a culture of professional learning, collective trust, and shared responsibility for the school and the surrounding community.

1. Purpose of the SAFE Center
   • Provide a safe haven for students facing challenges.
   • Offer resources for mental health, academic support, and personal development.
   • Integrate student support by engaging family and community members as school partners.
      
2. Services Offered
   • Counseling and mental health support.
   • Academic tutoring and assistance.
   • Peer support groups.
   • Workshops on various life skills.
   • Provision of food and clothing.
   • Onsite Health Clinic: Provides medical services and healthcare consultation.
   • Wellness Room for Teachers: A dedicated space for teacher relaxation and stress management.
   • Community Food Distribution the 2^nd & 4^th Thursday of the Month.
      
3. Partnerships:
   • Partnerships with the SAFE Center strengthen our ability to provide wraparound services for students, including academic support, mentoring, and behavioral interventions. These collaborations ensure alignment with district goals and community resources to maximize student success.
   • Key Partnerships
     Operation Feed ATL, Young Black Leadership Alliance, Atlanta Community Food Bank, Family Ties, Family Health Centers of Georgia, Communities in Schools, Teen Coalition/Upward Bound, College Bound, Phenomenal Women's Health.

Contact Information

• SAFE Center Coordinator: Tifanie Bishop
  Phone: 470-254-3404
  Email: bishopt1@fultonschools.org
• SAFE Center School Social Worker: Leniecia Powdar
  Phone: 470-254-3406
  Email: Powdarl@fultonschools.org

Volunteer Opportunities: Information on partnerships and how to get involved can be discussed by emailing bishopt1@fultonschools.org.