@UFT's Community Schools Initiative, which supports students and families in 31 @NYCSchools. #PublicSchoolProud Founded in 2012 by the United Federation of Teachers, United Community Schools (UCS) operates the largest community school network in New York City... a network consisting of 31 schools across all five boroughs as well as our newest school in Albany, NY. To improve student achievement by meeting the health, safety and social service needs of students, parents and communities. To achieve the goals, the organization facilitates partnerships between public schools, nonprofits, local businesses, and government agencies which connect vital services to public school buildings, making each school the hub of its community.