Pride and Community at Baker College Prep’s LGBTQ+ Club

By The Noble Schools

“This is part of a series of blogs from Noble campus representatives to give a deeper look at campus life. “Before, me acting the way I wanted to was difficult, and now, I am able to act the way I want to because of the club.” This is what Oscar M., a rising junior at Baker College Prep, said when he was asked about his time in the LGBTQ+ Club at Baker. The club was started by Mx. Thornton, a history teacher at Baker. We sat down with Mx. T, Oscar, and another scholar to learn more about them and their club. Check it out.”

Two Bronzeville Schools Getting New Streetlights To Make Student Commutes Safer

By Jamie Nesbitt Golden for Block Club Chicago

“Two Bronzeville schools are the latest to have renewable off-grid streetlights installed on their campuses as part of a ComEd community program focused on sustainable energy. Work began on Walter H. Dyett High School, 555 E. 51st St., and Perspectives/IIT Math & Science Academy, 3663 S. Wabash Ave., in mid-June. Seven streetlights — five at Dyett, two at Perspectives — manufactured by ARIS Renewable Energy will illuminate paths around the schools, making student commutes safer. The lights are part of ComEd’s Community of the Future program, which launched in 2016.”

Gary Comer College Prep Pushes Past the Summer Slump

By The Noble Schools

“This is part of a series of blogs from Noble campus representatives to give a deeper look at campus life. Throughout the vibrant halls of Gary Comer College Prep, you will find many adults who are investing their whole selves into the whole child. Contrary to popular belief, our summers are no different. There’s something for everyone at GCCP this summer. CHAMPS, the male mentoring group that is taking the country by storm, will be providing employment opportunities to over 25 young men. The GCCP Science Department and the Comer Family Foundation will be sending eight Comer students to Maine for a scientific expedition learning about the history of Acadia National Park and conducting crab population research while there. For the physically active Catamounts, the summer sports camp will be making its return to Greater Grand Crossing, covering over seven different sports for students to engage in. Last summer, over 30 students participated in the camp.”