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School Nominations Now Being Accepted For Annual School Supply Giveaway
Back 2 School Illinois, a nonprofit organization that provides free school supplies for low-income students, is currently accepting applications for their annual giveaway that will provide essential school supplies for all of the students at two Chicago schools.
SOUTH SUBURBAN OFFICIALS COME TOGETHER TO GARNER SUPPORT FOR A NEW AIRPORT IN THE REGION
Across the South Suburbs, elected offices are coordinating efforts to encourage Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker to designate $150 million of the 2020 capital bill for investment in Chicago’s Southland. The money will be necessary for completing the proposed south suburban airport and will support a new interchange on Interstate 57, local road upgrades, and connectivity to utilities that will accommodate the new airport.
SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE PROFESSOR RECEIVES RED TULIP AWARD AFTER THREE DECADES OF TEACHING
After teaching biology at South Suburban College for about thirty years, Gerald (G.A.) Griffith was recently was honored with a Red Tulip award from the Village of South Holland Education Commission. The Red Tulip Award is presented every year to exceptional teachers who go above and beyond for South Holland students and make an impact in their lives.
SOON TO DEBUT THEATRE PRODUCTION EXPLORES THE LINK BETWEEN MENTAL HEALTH AND RACISM
On June 6, a theater production created in England, Freeman, will be making its Chicago debut at the Physical Theater Festival. Freeman was created by Corey Campbell who also stars in the production and is the artistic director of Strictly Arts.
LOCAL TEENAGE ARTISTS CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW SOUTH SIDE EXHIBIT
The Hyde Park Art Center recently hosted a grand opening ceremony for their newest exhibit called It Be Like That Sometimes which features dozens of original artworks that were created by local teenagers who participated in the Hyde Park Art Center’s teen programs. The art on display includes paintings, drawings, photography, prints, clothing design, and multimedia projects.
Community Development Firm Launches South Side Revitalization Effort
A south side community development firm, Urban Juncture, recently led the launch of Build Bronzeville which is a collaborative effort that was created to uplift the historic Bronzeville neighborhood and empower local entrepreneurs to pursue their business ventures in the neighborhood.
Chicago Children’s Choir Announces Bank of America as Presenting Sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series
Chicago Children’s Choir (CCC) announced today that Bank of America has been named the presenting sponsor of its 2019 Community Concert Series, which directly supports CCC’s after-school programs across the City. Supporting the local Chicago arts community is a priority for Bank of America. This partnership marks Bank of America’s ongoing support of CCC and an increased commitment to $25,000 to directly impact the neighborhoods and youth where it serves.
CPS High School Students March Toward Brighter Futures in Paschen Engineering Scholars Hard Hat Graduation Ceremony
On Today, May 30th, the inaugural class of six Paschen Engineering Scholars will celebrate their graduation from the program at the annual Hard Hat Ceremony. This is the first group of CPS George Westinghouse College Prep students to graduate from the program. In addition to this inaugural class graduation, six freshmen from Westinghouse College Prep will be introduced as the latest class of Paschen Engineering Scholars. A total of 23 scholars will be in attendance across the four classes.
UNCF to celebrate 75 Years of Impact at upcoming 19th Annual Chicago “A Mind is …” Gala
During the past 75 years, UNCF (United Negro College Fund) has empowered nearly half a million students to earn college degrees. As the largest and most effective minority education organization in the United States, UNCF actively supports 37 private historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and advocates for minority higher education. As it marks such a major milestone, UNCF is planning a year-long celebration via its fundraising events across the country including the 19th annual UNCF “A Mind is …” Gala set for 6 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
National Restaurant Association Introduces ServSuccess in Honor of 100th Anniversary
To ensure restaurant professionals have clear career path goals, the National Restaurant Association recently launched ServSuccess™.
State’s Attorney Kim Foxx Goes Public with Crime Data
Transparency is one thing Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said she wants her office to always maintain, which is why she recently went public with crime data.
South Side Children’s Hospital Offers Mental And Behavioral Health Care For Young People
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the United States during the month of May and while mental health is important in every corner of the world, activists in Chicago have been begging the city to reinvest in mental health services since 2012 when half of the public mental health clinics in Chicago were closed.
South Side Senior Prepares For High School Graduation And Starting College
Thousands of high school seniors are preparing to graduate from the Chicago Public School (CPS) system next month. Some will go straight into the workforce, some will go on to college, and some will go on to receive vocational training. The possibilities are endless for students who have the right support system.
SOUTH SIDE ORGANIZATION HOSTS VILLAGE MEETING AND INVITES CITY OFFICIALS TO SPEAK
The Resident Association of Greater Englewood (RAGE) recently hosted a village meeting at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academy of Social Justice located on 644 W. 71st St. The purpose of the meeting was to share relevant and timely information with Englewood residents and allow them to ask questions and provide feedback.