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NIU removes use of standardized test scores for 2021 applicants
- Northern Illinois University, Jan 29, 2020
New ‘test-blind’ policy is first of its kind for an Illinois institution.
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Chicago Education Trailblazers Honored for Transforming Schools, Achieving Positive Impact with Their Adoption of Student-Centered Learning
- LEAP Innovations, Aug 22, 2019
Miyoshi Knox, principal at Stagg School of Excellence in Englewood, will be honored with the LEAP Leader Award. The award is given to a catalyst for change, with the vision and leadership to inspire teams and transform their school environment to personalized learning.
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Spanish Coalition for Housing Team Honored for Outstanding Efforts in Education
- Spanish Coalition for Housing, Jun 11, 2019
Annual Mujeres Destacadas Awards Recognize Spanish Coalition for Housing for Their Successes and Dedication to Housing Education in Chicago's Communities.
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ComEd Leaders Help Further Students' STEM Skills at Immersive Workshop
- ComEd, Mar 7, 2019
ComEd hosted students to develop their STEM skills and enhance their understanding of the fundamentals of energy, smart-city technologies and sustainability.
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ComEd Installs Off-Grid Renewable Lighting at Bronzeville Schools
- ComEd, Feb 11, 2019
As part of its Community of the Future initiative, ComEd installed a 30 ft. tall Remote Power Unit (RPU) that will light the schools' walkways, supporting the CPD’s Safe Passage Program.
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ComEd Partners with HFS Scholars to Provide Real-World STEM Education
- ComEd, Dec 12, 2018
ComEd provides STEM education to HFS Schoalrs with five month immersive program.
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APPLICATION NOW OPEN TO COACH ONE MILLION DEGREES SCHOLARS
- Erin Barrett, Jun 21, 2018
Local, homegrown nonprofit recruiting 650 professionals to mentor community college scholars
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Englewood Pastor Introduces AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER both Actually and Online
- Rev. Joel Washington (Khunanpu Sangoma), Aug 11, 2017
Rev. Joel Washington (Khunanpu Sangoma), a veteran resident of Englewood's Co-Op Senior Apartments on 63rd Parkway, has laaunched the new actual and online AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER (AACC).
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Team Hope
- Ellen Lindsey, May 22, 2017
Greater West Town Wood Products Manufacturing class graduates with a hope-filled spirit.
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APPLICATION NOW OPEN TO COACH ONE MILLION DEGREES SCHOLARS
- Michaela McGill, One Million Degrees, May 2, 2017
One Million Degrees (OMD)— a Chicago nonprofit organization that empowers low-income, highly motivated community college students to succeed in school, in work, and in life—is now accepting applications for its volunteer coaches. OMD Coaches work with scholars in a one-on-one and small group setting to provide professional and personal support throughout the academic year, while helping to broaden scholars’ horizons of career aspirations and possibilities. Coaches are supported with ongoing training by OMD to ensure a positive and productive volunteer experience, and also have opportunities to connect with fellow coaches to expand their own professional networks.
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Support Children Experiencing Homelessness in Englewood with Chicago HOPES For Kids
- Morgan Oliver, Jan 30, 2017
Chicago HOPES for Kids is a non-profit organization that provides educational support to children living in homeless shelters. One of our partner shelters, Primo Center for Women and Children is moving to the Englewood community, and we are looking for volunteers to work with our kids!
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Support Children Experiencing Homelessness in Englewood with Chicago HOPES For Kids
- Morgan Oliver, Jan 30, 2017
Chicago HOPES for Kids is a non-profit organization that provides educational support to children living in homeless shelters. One of our partner shelters, Primo Center for Women and Children is moving to the Englewood community, and we are looking for volunteers to work with our kids!
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Registration Underway for Spring 2017 Semester at City Colleges of Chicago
- City Colleges of Chicago, Dec 7, 2016
New students may apply until January 10, 2017 for the Spring 16-week class session, including for classes at Kennedy-King College, Daley College, and all CCC locations.
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MAYOR EMANUEL AND CHANCELLOR HYMAN ANNOUNCE MODERNIZATION OF RICHARD J. DALEY COLLEGE WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART ADVANCED MANUFACTURING CENTER
- City Colleges of Chicago, Jun 8, 2016
City Colleges’ Advanced Manufacturing Center for Excellence to open in fall of 2018
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Coach a Scholar at Kennedy-King College
- Michaela McGill, May 31, 2016
The One Million Degrees Volunteer Coach application for the 2016-17 year is now open to professionals from across the Chicago area to make a difference in the lives of One Million Degrees community college scholars. For a glimpse into the One Million Degrees Coaching experience, meet Asiaha “Mrs. Englewood” Butler, an OMD Coach and President and Founder of the Resident Association of Greater Englewood.
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City Colleges of Chicago Celebrates 2016 Graduating Class with Former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan
- City Colleges of Chicago, May 2, 2016
Graduates of City Colleges of Chicago are getting ready to head off to in-demand careers or transfer to four-year colleges after receiving their associate degrees April 30th at the 2016 City Colleges of Chicago commencement ceremony at the UIC Pavilion.
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Welcoming Sites for CPS Students on April 1st Teachers Strike
- Mar 30, 2016, make a comment
There are more than 250 sites citywide that will provide trained staff to serve students with breakfast, lunch, online learning activities, physical education, arts and crafts during the 1 day Chicago Teachers Union strike. Register online at cps.edu/April1 or call 311 (the city of Chicago's information hotline) to find the site nearest you.
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Cutting Corners for Chanel and Cartier
- Ellen Lindsey, Jan 13, 2016
Greater West Town graduate overcomes obstacles to get to the fulfilling, well-paid job she wanted.
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Updating Your Skills: Success for Nancy at Greater West Town
- Ellen Lindsey, Sep 17, 2015
Proof positive that adult education works to get people working! Read Nancy's story of success, in celebration of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Then call Greater West Town and start your own journey toward a career: 312-563-9570.
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Chicago Job Vacancies Rise at the Fastest Rate in Court Reporting
- MacCormac College, Aug 9, 2015
An independent study by Ducker Worldwide reveals that by 2018, there will be a demand for over 1,900 court reporters in Chicago.
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Connecting the Dots
- Valerie F. Leonard, Jul 29, 2015
Dan Bassill, President and CEO of Tutor/Mentor Institute, LLC, will be a guest on the Nonprofit “U” radio blog talk show on Monday, August 3, 2015, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nonprofit "U" is an online forum where nonprofit stakeholders can discuss the latest developments in the sector and increase their capacity to serve their clients and build sustainable communities. Valerie F. Leonard, an expert in community and organizational development, is the host. The show will stream live from BlogTalkRadio.com/nonprofit_u. The podcast will be archived on BlogTalkRadio.com/nonprofit_u, Valeriefleonard.com/NonprofitU and Stitcher.
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Opportunity Rolls in for Greater West Town Graduate
- Ellen Lindsey, May 6, 2015
Graduate of Greater West Town's Shipping & Receiving program meets success on the job and in life!
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EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF FEMALE LEADERS - Ombudsman Chicago Celebrates Women’s History Month
- Ombudsman Chicago, Mar 25, 2015
According to a 2014 report on the state of self-esteem, the majority of teen girls (seven in ten) believe that they are not good enough or don’t measure up in some way[i]. Reinforcing a healthy self-image within educational settings can be crucial to the growth and development for teens, especially with girls. This March, Ombudsman Chicago will celebrate national Women’s History Month with a series of activities created to empower and uplift students through the promotion of positive self-esteem.
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Ace the FAFSA Application with These Tips
- Brinton Flowers, Mar 25, 2015
Financing a college education has become a critical component in making higher education a possibility for most families. Through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), colleges around the country determine the amount of financial aid they will award to students. To assist students through the application process Ombudsman Chicago, in conjunction with Ladder Up hosted a series of FASFSA workshop. Ladder Up provided students and parents with step-by-step FAFSA direction and advice, including the tips below. Check them out to ensure a smooth and easy FAFSA application process.
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Taking a Drastic Turn for the Better
- Ellen Lindsey, Oct 22, 2014
Graduate of Greater West Town’s Shipping & Receiving Program tells about overcoming skills deficits, lack of experience, and lack of opportunity, getting a job, advancing in his career, and starting to dream big…