CATHOLIC PARTNERSHIP SCHOOLS
IN HONOR OF JAMEKA WALKER

Camden, NJ, USA

Jameka Walker is the Executive Director of Catholic Partnership Schools (CPS), a network of five Pre-K to 8th-grade schools providing educational opportunities for children of all faith backgrounds in Camden, N.J., and the surrounding areas. CPS’ goal is to provide “a safe, loving and achieving environment in which students are encouraged to find their path forward.” As Executive Director, Ms. Walker has been instrumental in advancing CPS' mission in a city fraught with poverty and violence, leading to challenges and low proficiencies for students. CPS prepares its students with the skills they need for success in high school and ultimately college. Their work also extends to the families of their students, empowering families to understand the value of education in creating opportunities for the future.