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08/27/2024
Welcome Back, Chicago Public Schools, District 187 and Rich Township High School District 227 Students and Staff! Here's to a year of growth, learning, and making every school a place where everyone feels valued and supported. Thank you for your commitment to fostering a positive and restorative school environment!
Conflict is inevitable in any school setting, but how it is managed can make all the difference. Peace Rooms provide students with the tools they need to resolve disputes constructively, reducing the likelihood of future conflicts and suspensions. This not only helps individual students but also contributes to a safer, more harmonious school environment, where all students can focus on learning and personal growth.
NewRoot remains at the forefront of restorative justice across CPS, directly supporting 451 unique students through our Peace Rooms. With 94% of these students learning skills to resolve future conflicts, we are creating safer and more supportive school communities.
In the 2023-24 school year, NewRoot continues to lead the way in restorative practices, working with over 1,500 school-based adults, positively impacting the school experience for more than 150,000 CPS students.
When educators and school staff are equipped with restorative practices, they can address conflicts and challenges in a way that strengthens relationships rather than breaking them down. This approach helps create a school culture where students feel valued, safe, and supported, which is crucial for their academic and social development.
05/08/2024
If you're committed to educational equity, restorative practices, and positively impacting young lives, we want to connect with you.
Read more about Impact Coach and Database Intern roles at linktr.ee/newroot or newroot.org/careers
04/16/2024
🌟 What an incredible evening! Last Friday night’s gala was not just a celebration; it was a milestone in our journey towards a brighter future for students, educators, and communities. Thanks to your generosity and commitment, we raised over $170,000!
🌱 The seeds we’ve planted together are poised to grow into a legacy of change and hope. Let’s continue to nurture these beginnings by doubling our impact and reaching 20,000 restorative practitioners in 5 years
Donate today at newroot.org/donate
🙏 Gratitude upon Gratitude:
- To every attendee, your presence was a testament to your dedication to our cause. If it was your first introduction to NewRoot, we are so grateful to welcome to you.
- To our speakers, for sharing powerful stories and enlightening us with your wisdom.
- To our board and Gala Committee and staff, whose tireless efforts made this evening not just possible, but spectacular.- To all our donors, whose contributions fuel our mission and nurture our vision.
- To our honorees, continue to shine brightly and nurture the spaces where young people can thrive.
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If you can't join us tomorrow, you can still be part of the excitement by bidding on some Silent Auction items!
Feel free to browse and bid from the comfort of your home at NewRoot.givesmart.com
Bidding ends and Auction closes at 9:30PM CT tomorrow 4/12/2024
Your support means a lot to us! See only a few items/packages below:
🎶 Silent Auction Exclusive: Taylor Swift's autographed album - hand-signed by the iconic singer-songwriter superstar
🏒 Chicago Blackhawks team signed hockey stick
🏓 KillerSpin Ping Pong Table
🏀 Chicago Bulls Coby White #0 autographed jersey
🏈 Four (4) University of Wisconsin Madison football tickets + parking pass
🔔 Private tour of Rockefeller Chapel and the Carillon Bell Tower
⛳ Golf and Lunch for three (3) at Long Beach Country Club
🍷 Wine Tasting for six (6) people
💄 Make-Up Session for two (2) People by the Oprah Winfrey Show makeup artist
💆 Spa Day + Hot Stone Massage
🎤 Six (6) Tickets to Zanies
🧀 Hand-crafted wood charcuterie board and basket
🌆 The best of Chicago restaurants
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
🔗 Click the link in bio
Ticket sales end TOMORROW, Friday April 5!
Join us for a celebration to remember!
✔️Live DJ + Dancing
✔️Live + Silent Auction
✔️Dinner, wine, and cocktails
✔️Visionary leaders in the education and non-profit sector
✔️Positive impact on Chicago’s youth and communities
Get your tickets today:
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
04/02/2024
20 cheers to 20 years of support from Protiviti! Since 2005, Protiviti has exemplified the essence of corporate responsibility and partnership, and we are immensely grateful for their continued investment, impact, and acts of generosity towards our cause and Chicago students and communities.
Join us on April 12 at Galleria Marchetti to celebrate at the NewRoot Gala! Limited tickets available.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
03/28/2024
We are grateful to CIBC for their consistent investment, not only in NewRoot, but in the individual young people and educators we serve. Over the years, CIBC has provided NewRoot alumni with quality internships and meaningful employment within their organization. NewRoot is committed to providing safe and supportive learning environments that lead to long-term student success, and corporate partners like CIBC are essential to ensuring that success is achieved.
Limited tickets available below.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
🎟️ Ticket sales end April 5th!
Can't Attend? You can still participate in the silent auction! Click "Register to Participate" on the gala tickets page at newroot.givesmart.com/
🎶 Silent Auction Exclusive: Taylor Swift's autographed album - hand-signed by the iconic singer-songwriter superstar
More Auction Items:
🏒 Chicago Blackhawks team signed hockey stick
🏓 KillerSpin Ping Pong Table
🏈 Four (4) University of Wisconsin Madison football tickets + parking pass
🔔 Private tour of Rockefeller Chapel and the Carillon Bell Tower
⛳ Golf and Lunch for three (3) at Long Beach Country Club
🍷 Wine Tasting for six (6) people
💄 Make-Up Session for two (2) People by the Oprah Winfrey Show makeup artist
💆 Spa Day + Hot Stone Massage
🎤 Six (6) Tickets to Zanies
🧀 Hand-crafted wood charcuterie board and basket
🌆 The best of Chicago restaurants
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
And more!
03/25/2024
🌟 We extend our deepest gratitude to Protiviti for their steadfast support and commitment to NewRoot's mission since 2005. Providing over 40 scholarships to exceptional students who inspire us daily, Protiviti's sponsorship and support have been instrumental in our journey towards creating safe and supportive learning environments for Chicago students.
🚨Limited Tickets Available! The NewRoot Gala just around the corner on April 12, 2024, secure your tickets now and join us in celebrating this remarkable partnership and the incredible impact it has made in our community.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
03/11/2024
📢 Looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in high school students' post-secondary journeys.
Join us for NewRoot's Student Day of Action!
Rich Township High School
🗓 Date: March 20
🕒 Time: 9:30AM-2:00PM
📍 Location: (FAC) Fine Arts + Communications Campus, 5000 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL 60471
🙌 What we'll do:
-Engage students in developing networking skills
-Conduct mock interviews with students
-Discuss students' post-secondary plans
-Network with other volunteers from across Chicagoland
If you're interested, fill out the Volunteer Registration Form on our LinkTree here: https://tr.ee/YIj2upzApK
Questions? Contact [email protected]
03/09/2024
📚 Building Brighter Tomorrows 📚 As Principal of Cather Elementary, Lakeya Poston embodies the essence of transformative leadership. With a focus on comprehensive SEL programs and restorative justice, she crafts an environment where students don't just learn—they thrive. Celebrate Lakeya's unwavering commitment to excellence and her role in shaping young minds at our NewRoot Gala on April 12.
Limited tickets available below.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
Chicago Public Schools
Did you know that sunflowers turn their faces towards the sun to maximize their exposure to sunlight in order to flourish?
This National SEL Week (March 4-8) and National SEL Day (March 8), and with a few peeks inside our team's internal chat...we extend this love and warmth.
Tag someone who's been a ray of light in your week. Let's help each other thrive this week and always.
We remain dedicated to providing safe and supportive learning environments that lead to long-term student success—and the sustainability and amplification of this work is more crucial than ever.
Join us at NewRoot's Gala on April 12th. Tickets available below.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
02/29/2024
🌱Cultivating harmony in education, Benjamin McKay leads with restorative grace. From social worker to director, Ben's 15+ years of dedication have cultivated a culture of accountability and connection. Let’s celebrate his impactful journey at the NewRoot Gala!
Chicago Public Schools
Get your tickets now:
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
02/28/2024
Michael Grenda's transformative impact in North Chicago High School Dist 187 at Neal Math Science Academy captures the essence of our 25-year journey. Recognized at the NewRoot Gala on April 12th as one of five honorees, Principal Grenda's story is a testament to the power of collective efforts in shaping a brighter future.
Be part of this milestone event by securing your ticket today:
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
🔗 Click the link in bio
02/27/2024
Meet Nicole C. Johnson, whose lifelong dedication to student achievement lights the path for North Chicago High School Dist 187's youth. As one of the five honorees at the upcoming NewRoot Gala, Nicole's work exemplifies our 25-year legacy of fostering growth and resilience in education.
Don’t miss the chance to celebrate this monumental occasion with us on April 12th.
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
02/26/2024
🌱The Gala is budding into an extraordinary celebration! Over the next week, we'll be spotlighting our five exceptional educational leaders to be honored at the NewRoot Gala on April 12th, marking our 25th anniversary.
Kicking us off is Megan Hougard, a visionary in nurturing tomorrow’s leaders. As Chief of College and Career Success, her dedication ensures Chicago Public Schools students are equipped to thrive in careers they're passionate about.
Join us in looking forward to the future while honoring the roots of our success. Secure your spot!
🌐 Visit NewRoot.givesmart.com
📲 Text NewRoot to 76278
02/13/2024
🌟 Excited to announce our Gala's keynote speaker: Myetie Hamilton! 🌟
Join us in welcoming a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in Chicago's education and non-profit sectors. Myetie, the CEO of Leadership Greater Chicago, driving strategic influence and civic leadership growth.
Her remarkable career includes leadership roles at City Year Chicago and Chicago Public Schools. Myetie is actively engaged in the community, serving as President of the Chicago Park District and Commissioner for the Public Building Commission of Chicago.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of Chicago's foremost leaders! Purchase tickets at newroot.org or https://linktr.ee/NewRoot
02/01/2024
Over two decades of impact.
After a five year hiatus, the NewRoot Gala returns! Join us for a milestone night of cocktails, dinner, and dancing! 🥂 Register at newroot.org or click here: https://ow.ly/OCTb50QwuP3
Let's continue to plant new seeds of inspiration, connection, and joy!
01/15/2024
As we commemorate Dr. King's legacy today, let's remember that love is not just a feeling but a powerful force that drives us to act with honesty, justice, compassion, and acceptance. It's the foundation of our work both externally with our partners and internally with our colleagues and supporters.
Together, through the active outpouring of our whole beings, we can continue the journey toward a more equitable and loving world.
01/12/2024
🌟 THANK YOU for being a part of our 2023 End-of-Year donation campaign! 🌟
Your support is shaping brighter futures for students and educators.
Missed donating last year? Exciting news! An anonymous donor is doubling their gift matching for new donations and increased annual gifts. Make a difference in 2024 – contribute today at newroot.org/donate 🙏✨
01/10/2024
4 Stars to kick off 2024! We’re proud to have a four star rating on Charity Navigator! This prestigious recognition showcases our unwavering commitment to:
⭐ Financial accountability & transparency
⭐ Impact & results
⭐ Exhibiting effective leadership & adaptability
⭐ Fostering culture & community
Your incredible support makes this possible! Thank you for believing in NewRoot Learning Institute and helping us make a lasting global impact. 🙏
12/29/2023
Before 2024, consider donating to extend our impact, empower more schools, and change more lives. Together, we can create safer communities, one school at a time.
Donate at newroot.org/donate
12/23/2023
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12/22/2023
Join us in celebrating the impact of our Student Day of Action (SDA) volunteers! 🌟
At SDA, students explore their post-secondary plans, connect with alumni, and engage with business professionals, enhancing their networking skills.
And your contribution goes beyond a single day! Students will take what they’ve learned and continue to develop their post-secondary plans, guiding them to become "Solutionaries," learning strategic approaches to solve life’s challenges.
Want to volunteer at our next SDA in March 2024? Visit linktr.ee/NewRoot to register.
11/28/2023
It's Giving Tuesday - join us in creating a brighter future for Chicago's youth.
In collaboration with our partners for the past 25 years, NewRoot Learning Institute has been a beacon of positive change, transforming lives through safer, more supportive learning environments.
Your contribution today, whether it's a first-time donation or an increased annual gift, will be MATCHED, doubling the impact.
Let's make a difference together!
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