Expect Excellence

Deliver high-quality experiences that spark growth and success for all

Demand Equity

Foster justice and inclusion so everyone can learn and thrive

Act with Courage

Champion new ideas, challenge inequities, and lead positive change

Embrace Collaboration

Work together openly, value diverse perspectives, and innovate for impact

Late RSCO Application Now Open

The 2025-26 Late RSCO Application is open! Learn more about CREC's 16 Award Winning Schools and your Open Choice school options for the new school year by visiting CRECfirst.org

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TOPICS

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training & Support

Our Equity Education Specialists work directly with your leaders to design programming to meet your organization's needs. The team of experts provides research-based strategies and support in various topic areas and through different levels of support, such as Equity Program Reviews, Curriculum Reviews, Professional Learning Series, and Collaborative Sessions for Equity Team Leaders.

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SERVICES

Technology Support

CREC's Technology Services team currently manages more than 6,000 computers in more than 40 locations. Our team of professionals can assist on general tech support, but can also provide an audit of current policies, software, hardware, and even provide training and certification across a wide range of technology disciplines. Find out how your schools can minimize the total cost of ownership associated with purchasing and maintaining computer networks and hardware.

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SCHOOLS

John J. Allison Polaris Center

CREC's Polaris Center is a comprehensive therapeutic school offering quality educational and clinical programming for students kindergarten through high school graduation. Our classrooms offer specialized and unique instructional experiences designed to support the individual needs of the students. Polaris staff are trained in providing trauma informed care, emphasizing a safe environment focused on building relationships that provide the foundation for academic and social growth.

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