The Partnership of Schools with Public Purpose
A network of educators committed to public purpose.
2026 Annual Conference
PSPP is thrilled to partner with Providence Day School for the 2026 Annual Conference.
This year’s theme is Reflect. Reimagine. Recommit: How well do our programs reflect our purpose?
What is PSPP?
At The Partnership of Schools with Public Purpose we believe that schools have the capacity to make great strides towards dismantling systemic inequity. As schools endeavor to address injustice, we believe that this work is strengthened when it is done collaboratively and when it extends beyond the typical reach of any one, individual school.
PSPP defines “public purpose” as the responsibility of schools to increase equity and eradicate systems of oppression for their students and the communities they serve. To accomplish this, schools must commit to building the capacities of students and educators to advocate for social justice beyond the classroom. PSPP meets the needs of schools by offering a national network of educators and school leaders who have a shared understanding of the public purpose obligation of schools.
Since 2006, PSPP has created space to share models of public purpose work. We have witnessed new ideas + partnerships take root as a result. As schools and community partners work to envision a more just future, PSPP will continue to support + bolster these shared goals. We invite you to be our partner and to take part in PSPP programs.