Chicago Public Schools Awarded With 23 AP Computer Science Female Diversity Awards
Nearly two dozen Chicago Public Schools (CPS) high schools earned the 2023 College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in Advanced Placement computer science courses. The 2022-23 School Year also marked the fourth consecutive year that female and non-binary students comprised the majority of AP Computer Science Principles exam takers throughout the District. Schools honored with the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award maximized their commitment to computer science education by expanding girls’ access to AP computer science courses, specifically in AP Computer Science A (CSA) and AP Computer Science Principles (CSP).
BLACK WOMEN PASTORS UNITED AND CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE PRESIDENT TO JOIN ALDERMAN COLEMAN IN MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT
Chicago 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie Coleman- Chairman of the Chicago City Council Black Caucus- will be joined by The Chicago based African American Women Pastors Organization and Chicago Urban League President Karen Freeman as they collectively announce their full support of Alderman Coleman’s Plan to Action for the development of a Chicago City Council Task Force concerning the abnormal rate of violence against black women in Chicago.
Illinois Made Program Amplifies Small Businesses
Stephanie Hart opened the Brown Sugar Bakery on 75th Street in 2002. Since then, Brown Sugar Bakery has expanded to include a space in the former Cupid Candies building where she makes candy.
AFRICAN AMERICAN BUSINESS LEADER AND RESIDENTS VOICE FRUSTRATION OVER RECENT COOK COUNTY PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS THAT JUMPED TO NEARLY 200% FOR SOME
Anthony McCaskill- Executive Director of the South Suburban Region Black Chamber of Commerce- along with other Cook County residents and various Cook County business owners are publicly voicing their displeasure of the Cook County Assessor amid skyrocketing tax assessments on both businesses and homeowners.
NEXT WEEK: School Choice Week Celebrations in Illinois are Bigger than Ever This Year
When children have access to school choices that meet their needs, it sets them up for lifelong success. That's what Illinois families and educators want to highlight during National School Choice Week 2024. Illinois schools, organizations, and families are planning 999 of the more than 27,000 celebratory events that will take place around the country during National School Choice Week, which begins on Jan. 21, 2024.
CHICAGO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM BRINGS THE BIG TOP TO LIFE WITH ITS LATEST EXHIBIT CIRCUSVILLE OPENING JANUARY 25
Come one, come all, step right up and have a ball! Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave., is thrilled to announce the remounting of its circus-themed exhibit, Circusville opening on Thursday, January 25 through September 7.
Chicago poet and professor Diego Baez debuts YAGUARETE WHITE
On February 20, 2024, acclaimed Chicago poet Diego Báez launches his debut collection, University of Arizona Press introduces Yaguareté White (University of Arizona Press), in which English, Spanish, and Guaraní encounter each other with humor and insight through the elusive yet potent figure of the jaguar. We’d love for you to feature Diego and his debut in conjunction with its launch.
Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin Advocates For Consumers
Debbie Meyers-Martin represent the 38th District in the Illinois Legislature as a State Representative. There are 109,000 people in the District, which encompasses nine municipalities: Matteson, Country Club Hills, Hazel Crest, Oak Forest, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Mokena, Olympia Fields and Richton Park.
Author’s Books Put Black Love And Romance At The Forefront Of The Stories
Katrina Anderson, whose pen name is Kay Shanee, started writing books when she was encouraged to write a novel about her and her husband’s love story. They have been married for more than 26 years.
A. Philip Randolph “Gentle Warrior Awards” Gala Marks 29th Anniversary of Only Black Labor History Museum in U.S.
The National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum (NAPRPPM) will mark its 29th anniversary by hosting the “Gentle Warrior Awards” Black Tie Gala Fundraiser from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at Wintrust’s Grand Banking Hall, 231 S. LaSalle. Returning as celebrity emcee is ABC 7 Chicago personality Hosea Sanders.
Walgreens Expression Challenge Gives Young People A Safe Space To Create
In 2009, Walgreens created a competition that would give young people the opportunity to express themselves creatively. In the beginning the focus was to address HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases among high school students. There were 300 entries the first year. The goal was to create awareness and promote education.
Advocate Trinity Hospital Cardiology Unit Puts Patients On The Fast Track
Advocate Trinity Hospital has created a clinic that enables patients with heart-related issues direct care from a cardiologist. The Fast Track Cardiology Clinic makes it so a patient experiencing a low-risk cardiac episode doesn’t have to wait in the emergency room for a bed to be available in the hospital.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT BAN ON MENTHOL CIGARETTES AND FLAVORED CIGARS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul co-led a coalition of 21 attorneys general, along with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and New York Attorney General Letitia James, in submitting a letter urging the Biden administration to complete its review and swiftly implement proposed regulations prohibiting the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. Raoul and the attorneys general argue that the proposed FDA Rules, which are supported by ample evidence, are years overdue.
MCA to Host Teen Creative Agency x #BlkGrlsWurld
On January 27, 2024, The Teen Creative Agency (TCA) at the MCA will be in conversation with Christina and Courtney Long, founders of #BlkGrlsWurld, about their growth and evolution as Black womxn publishers, event organizers, and lovers of punk, hardcore, and metal. After the conversation, there will be a workshop for attendees. The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m.
Kwame Alexander's The Crossover Wins Emmy® Award for Outstanding Young Teen Series
The Crossover Disney+ series, based on the Newbery-Medal winning novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander, won the Emmy® Award for Outstanding Young Teen Series. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced the winners of the 2nd Annual Children's & Family Emmy Awards on Sunday, December 17, 2023, during ceremonies held at the historic Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles and aired live on The Emmys® apps.
Mavis Laing to Retire as Executive Director of IMPACT Leadership Development Program June 30
Mavis Laing will retire as Executive Director of the Chicago Urban League’s IMPACT Leadership Development Program, effective June 30, 2024.
Discover and the Discover Global Network Team Up with Top Chicago Entrepreneurs for an Exclusive Lunch and Learn at Bronzeville Winery
On January 19th, a dynamic collaboration with Discover and the Discover Global Network, joined 75 of the most innovative and diverse entrepreneurs in Chicago for an exclusive gathering, as part of the much-anticipated 4th installment of Discover’s Orange Table Talk series at the Bronzeville Winery.
MasterClass Announces First-of-a-Kind Class With Ava DuVernay on Reframing Your Thinking
MasterClass, the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world's best, today announced that award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay will teach a class on directing the life you want to lead. Exclusively for MasterClass, DuVernay will take members on the actual set and through the post-production process of her newest film, ORIGIN.
THE JOFFREY BALLET CONTINUES 2023-24 SEASON WITH MIXED REPERTORY PROGRAM, STUDIES IN BLUE
The Joffrey Ballet continues its 68th season with a captivating mixed rep program with original work choreographed by Liam Scarlett and Andrew McNicol, rounded out with a world premiere by Stina Quagebeur. Testing the limits of classical ballet with contemporary themes, scores, and breathtaking set design, Studies in Blue features deeply moving works that showcase the range of the Company’s repertoire with choreography by the most visionary artists in modern dance. Studies in Blue will be presented at the historic Lyric Opera House, 20 North Upper Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago, in ten performances only, from February 15–25.
