Michael Robbins, senior advisor for nonprofit partnerships, will give remarks at the Boys and Girls Clubs of America National Conference in New Orleans on Thursday, May 19, at 10 a.m. He will discuss how Boys and Girls Clubs and other community-based organizations can partner with schools to boost student engagement and academic success, and propel school improvement. In addition, he will address the key elements of a strong partnership between schools and community-based organizations, Department initiatives and funding opportunities, and how blended learning can accelerate the education engagement and contributions of community organizations.