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The Bancroft School
Every child deserves an education and support services that inspire their interests, unlock their potential and prepare them for the real world. It is our commitment to making this possible that drives the leadership and staff at Bancroft to provide robust outcome-centered programs, individualized to meet the distinct needs of each child.
Working with children from birth through age 21, Bancroft partners with school districts and state agencies to address the unique needs and supports required for each student including special education, integrated therapies, communication strategies and devices, and residential programs.
Meet Principal, Curtis Callands!
Dr. Curtis Callands is an educational practitioner and Philadelphia native who has been embedded in the field of special education for over 20 years. He holds an Ed.D in Educational Leadership with a concentration in designing trauma-informed care schools, master’s degrees in both K-12 Special Education Supervision and Educational Leadership, and a bachelor’s degree in Special Education. As a doctoral student at the University of Pennsylvania, he conducted his doctoral research in helping schools and organizations understand and mitigate trauma’s impact on children by designing trauma-informed care schools. As a researcher and practitioner in the field of education, his work led him to design and publish a training manual, A Principal’s Mission in Designing Trauma-Informed Care Schools. For his endless work in the field of education, Dr. Callands was honored with the Legacy Leadership Award from West Chester University in 2020.
FAQs
What type of information do I receive through the Parent Portal?
- Access to Progress Reports
- IEPs
- School Calendars
- Lunch Menu
- Graduation Plans
- Contact Information
How do I find out about school closings?
- You will receive an alert via text, phone call, or email (according to your preference) through our Realtime Software System
Where can I communicate with my child's teachers?
- Parent Portal
- Calling the main office: (856) 429 – 0010
- Via the teacher’s school email
