Richmond Ed Fund Where Bold Ideas Meet Real Change Through strategic innovation and powerful partnerships Richmond Ed Fund REF is revolutionizing how Richmond Public Schools develops educators designs learning environments and builds community connections. Together we are creating a brighter future for Richmondone where every scholar has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. RPS Thrives The Pillars of Transformation The REF approach is at once pioneering pragmatic and peoplecentered. Our strategic framework drives systematic change through targeted initiatives that work together to reshape Richmonds educational landscape ThrivingAcademics Pushing the boundaries with dynamic learning environments High School Redesign Literacy RPS200 Supporting Multilingual Learners ThrivingTalent Revolutionizing how we support and develop our educators Compensation Incentives End Of Year Gala RPS Leadership Academy ThrivingTogether Building a robust ecosystem for student care and aid Community Engagement Paid Internships for Students Trauma Fund Through these initiatives the Impact Lab is setting a new standard for expansive equityfocused learning nationwide.