While the Chicago Teachers Union walks the picket line and contract negotiations continue, one of the biggest challenges for Chicago Public Schools seniors is lack of support to write and polish college application essays. But help is on the way. Community groups are stepping up to help seniors with that piece of the college application process. Most of the time,…
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At Camp Med, South Side Senior’s Summer Featured ‘Cardiology 101’
UChicago Woodlawn senior Alvin Bonner, Jr. got a taste of med school this summer. Now he’s fired up for college.
“Hard Work Is Paying Off” for Shoesmith and Principal Sabrina Gates
Sabrina Gates’ long career as a reading coach prepared her well for the work of leading Shoesmith Elementary.
There Are Still Gunshots Outside My Window Even After President Obama’s Speech
Yesterday my husband and I watched the Democratic National Convention while anticipating President Obama’s speech. Prior to him being introduced they played a video highlighting some of the President’s most pivotal moments. I remembered most of them, but two in particular stood out: I will never forget when the President cried over the innocent children and adults who lost their lives in Sandy Hook. Guns were…
Moments that Matter
Earlier this week, the University of Chicago Charter School-Woodlawn Campus held their annual commencement ceremony for its graduating seniors. Kai Stewart, the class valedictorian, stepped to the microphone to address her classmates, school administration and hundreds of proud family members in the audience. During her speech, Kai reflected on her high school journey, spoke passionately and enthusiastically about her future…