PEAR TREE

Seeds to Roots offers participants the unique opportunity to observe policies and practices first hand at Pear Tree Community School (PTCS). PTCS is an Independent preschool through sixth-grade social justice Montessori school located in Oakland, California. Serving 98% children of color, with 85% being African-American and approximately 50% Receiving significant financial aid., Pear Tree is committed to providing a nurturing and empowering educational environment for all students. Despite facing personal and societal challenges, Pear Tree students are high-performing, extremely engaged learners who thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Utilizing the Pear Tree Framework, Pear Tree Community School has achieved remarkable success in serving children from Oakland and beyond. Now in its 12th year, Pear Tree continues to uphold its commitment to educational equity, social justice, and student empowerment, making a profound impact on the lives of its students and the broader community.