Chance surprised students at Westcott Elementary, 409 W. 80th St., Monday with an unexpected announcement. He presented a check of $1 million to CPS for arts education. Chance said he also would give $10,000 directly to Westcott Elementary School, in Auburn Gresham.
Spotlight on Auburn Gresham native, Alden Loury, who joined the Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC), in May 2016 as the director of research and evaluation. Alden and the MPC staff are working with government, community and business leaders to assist communities, demonstrate best practices and change public policy. MPC is a diverse group of individuals with various backgrounds and skills who work together toward the common goal of a more sustainable and prosperous greater Chicago region.
City Colleges of Chicago Resolution Affirms “Welcoming Campus” Protection for All Students, Groups: Resolution passed by Board of Trustees to protect students, staff and visitors from harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity or immigration status
The largest African-American parade in the U.S. has a brand new start time so set your alarm clocks for an earlier wake-up call. The 87th Annual Bud Billiken Parade, live, Saturday, August 13th, from 9:00 am- 11:30 am. Yes, the parade will begin at 9:00am sharp!
City Colleges’ Advanced Manufacturing Center for Excellence to open in fall of 2018
If you own land in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, you can buy up two vacant lots from the City of Chicago for $1 a lot. Go to https://largelots.org/apply/ and follow the simple 3 Steps to apply! The lots must be on the same block as land you already own. Only one application will be accepted per property deed.
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.
This Friday, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will be working with partners to open more than 250 contingency sites. These sites will be supported by trained staff, and will ensure students in attendance are safe, fed and engaged and will be available for families who are unable to keep their student(s) at home April 1.
Last week to apply for the 79th Street Cooridoor and 79th/Vincennes City of Chicago TIF districts in which the SBIF has been authorized and their respective application acceptance periods. Call GADC 773-483-3696 for info and assistance applying!
The City of Chicago’s plans to develop a “temporary”, commemorative walking park at 7901 South Halsted where the old Walgreens once sat. It would exist only until the site is developed.
