Staff Spotlight: Meet Aileen Galeana, Mansueto High School Alum and Teacher
After graduating from Northwestern University with her bachelor’s in sociology in 2024, Mansueto High School alum Aileen Galeana wasn’t sure whether to pursue her teaching license or try something new. She’d heard a lot of “negativity” about being […]
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Chelsea Billingsley, Crochet Fashion Innovator and Chicago Bulls College Prep Alum
Chelsea Billingsly, a Class of 2015 alum from Chicago Bulls College Prep, today works as a crochet artist, crafting pieces for big celebrities and brands, including Lizzo, the Chicago Bulls, and RuPaul’s Drag Race. […]
Staff Spotlight: Meet the College Team at Baker College Prep
At Baker College Prep, college is more than just a destination— it’s a journey— and every student has a team of passionate, dedicated adults helping them navigate the way. The college team at Baker is made up of […]
Exploring English Language Arts at Gary Comer Middle School
What is it really like to experience English Language Arts (ELA) as a middle schooler? To get an inside look, we spoke with Gary Comer College Prep English teacher Patrice Barnes and a few students in her class […]
Alumni Spotlight: Meet Autumn Jackson, Gary Comer College Prep Alum Conquering the Financial World of Sports
“I am literally living out my wildest dreams.”
Working for the Chicago Sky has been a surreal journey for Gary Comer College Prep alum Autumn Jackson. She’s traveled across the country, sat in rooms with big names, […]
Johnson College Prep Opens First In-House Library
At Johnson College Prep, a quiet revolution is underway, transforming students into readers, one page at a time. Thanks to the vision and dedication of English teacher and librarian Katherine Carlton, the school opened its very first in-house […]
