Successfully lead, and oversees the administration of schoolwide programs serving low income students and their families in a high poverty/crime area. Increased parent engagement by 50%, through collaborative and innovative efforts increased community school partnerships. The school has seen an increase in academic achievement and lower attendance infractions. One of the first schools to institute trauma informed support groups for students and their families.

Mr. Livingston manages the 21st CLCC aftershcool and summer programs as well as all family engagement activities at the school. Areas of expertise include: Collaborating with community members, school Principal, faculty and participating public/private agencies in support of students and their families. Plan and facilitate community school offerings for students, parents, and community members, such as workshops, family night activities, operate Parent Resource Center, and represent the project in community events. Develop leadership and team building. Develop partnerships, coordinate and advise partners and facilitate a school advisory board of the community school. Key partnerships include: City of Wilmington City Council, Grace United Methodist Church, Young Conaway Stargatt &Taylor, LLP, Food Bank Of Delaware, Parent Information Center, Delaware Financial Literacy Institute, Parents As Teachers, City of Wilmington Police Dept, US Attorney General’s Office (City of Wilmington), Henrietta Johnson Medical Center, C.H.A.N.C.E Foundation, BVD Barber Shop, Big Brother, Big Sister of Delaware, Richards, Layton & Finger, LLP, United Way of Delaware, Brandywine Counseling, Nemours, The Trophy Shop, DAB Mediation, Global Partners for Father and Families, LLC, Betty’s Bounces, DJ Mike Nite, DAB Mediation, & Christiana Skating Center. He is also co-founder of the Me and My Dad Got Game 2 on 2 Basketball Tournament-Fostering healthy relationships between fathers and children.

Meedra Surratte has presented both nationally and locally to over 2,500 families in the areas of family engagement, special education, advocacy and outreach to families and communities.