The connection between school and its surrounding community is key to the education of urban youth. The community in which a young person grows up and in which he or she learns about the world and its opportunities makes a difference. At the heart of educational achievement are the children, schools, and teachers with parents and community closely linked.
Education begins in the community.
Students have to be aware of their educational opportunities and believe they can make a difference in pursuing higher education. The center will serve as an informational resource to the community while improving UC Berkeley s visibility and commitment to diversity in the community. CERC Mission Statement CERC is committed to linking students and families from disadvantaged communities to UC opportunities. As a representative of UC Berkeley, CERC will focus its outreach efforts in the Mission district community of San Francisco and is located at Mission High School. It does so within a coherent, integrated, and collaborative set of strategies relying on its multiple roles in research, teaching and public service.