University of Chicago Charter School

BIG SHOUT OUT and CONGRATULATIONS to UCW Warrior Jalen! They completed key steps on to plan for life after high school and won a $40,000 scholarship! ⭐️

Jalen is a great student and phenomenal kid! He is a high achiever who does well in AP and dual credit courses.

College Board’s BigFuture Scholarships financially reward students who complete steps online in the college
and career planning process. Jalen completed planning actions on BigFuture, a free online platform that helps millions of students personalize a plan for the future.


Visit bigfuture.org

MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the Annual UCW Middle School Theatre Performance: “A Tribute to Black Broadway" taking place on Friday, April 25th at 6:30 PM at the UChicago Logan Center.

The Donoghue campus' annual celebration of scholars' fathers, Black Dads Rock, was held for a third year this February to cap off Black History Month. For the event, nearly 90 of our scholars' fathers, grandfathers and uncles filled the library to discuss the importance of their involvement in their children’s lives and learn about the resources they can take advantage of to support their children's success.

WGN's Daytime Chicago morning news team invited Donoghue Campus Director Shamilya Woods-Pettis on the show to talk with hosts Tonya Francisco and Amy Rutledge about this signature initiative. "Home and school collaboration is so important," said Director Woods-Pettis. "Research shows that more parental involvement leads to academic success." Check it out:

“Black Dads Rock”: Motivating, Encouraging and Providing Resources To Fathers “Black Dads Rock” is an annual event put on by UCCS Donoghue motivating, encouraging and providing dads with the resources necessary to be able to pour into their children. Principal, S…

UPDATE YOUR CALENDAR! To meet instructional day requirements, the last day of the UChicago Charter School's 2024–25 school year is now Tuesday, June 10. Please make sure to mark your calendar with this new date. We appreciate your partnership in ensuring our scholars don't miss the educational opportunities we work to provide them.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR for Saturday, April 19th, at 7:30 PM for the NKO Campus' Fundraiser with Chicago Fire FC! A portion of the proceeds from each ticket will go to NKO, but you must use this link to purchase:

UChicago Charter School - North Kenwood Oakland Chicago Fire FC is excited to extend this exclusive offer to all friends, families, and supporters of UChicago Charter School - North Kenwood Oakland!

Celebrate Women's History Month with these books for kids on this year's theme, Women Educating & Inspiring Generations, selected by Chicago Public Library's Women's History Committee. https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/200049033/2692364297?_gl=1*fzj00*_ga*MTg5MDUwNTMwOS4xNzQxNTY2MjU0*_ga_G99DMMNG39*MTc0MTU2NjI1My4xLjAuMTc0MTU2NjI1NC4wLjAuMA..*_ga_92RPWHE421*MTc0MTU2NjI1NC4xLjAuMTc0MTU2NjI1NC4wLjAuMA..

The Chicago Department of Health has resources and information to help teens quit smoking or va**ng.

Teen Va**ng and Smoking Cessation The CDPH Respiratory Virus landing page. Find information on prevention, vaccination, testing, and treatment options for COVID, influenza, and RSV.

REMINDER that there is NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS on March 19 due to Parent-Teacher Conferences.

The UChicago Consortium has released a NEW FAMILY PLAYBOOK that offers key info, data and research to help parents & caregivers make informed decisions and take action on important topics. Research shows that grades and attendance from pre-K—12th grade are the most important ingredients for students’ success in and after high school. Parents and families can understand if and how their school is helping students have high attendance and grades—and can provide their own support, too, by reading the playbook.

On March 7, we had a successful all-staff meeting on the topic of SEEDING SELF-CARE & SUCCESS FOR OURSELVES & OUR SCHOLARS. Faculty and staff took part in an array of activities targeted towards wellness like spin class, homemade pasta making, and mental health discussions.

Donald Trump has moved quickly to try to reshape the federal government’s role in education and has referred to the Education Department as a "con job." With so much happening so quickly, it can be hard to keep track of what the administration is attempting in regards to education. The Hechinger Report is keeping a helpful running list. Check it out.

Tracking Trump: His actions on education - The Hechinger Report The president has said he wants to eliminate the Department of Education while fighting ‘woke’ ideology in schools. A week-by-week look at what he’s done

Our UCW Campus maintains a comprehensive list of therapeutic resources and partners and how to connect with them for mental health, counseling, or therapy.

UPDATED- UCW Therapeutic Resources Guide

Summer is fast approaching! What is your student planning? One Summer Chicago brings together government institutions, community-based organizations, and employers to offer employment and internship opportunities to youth and young adults ages 14-24. Learn more.

One Summer Chicago One Summer Chicago brings together government institutions, community-based organizations and companies to offer employment and internship opportunities to youth and young adults ages 14 to 24.

The Office of Civic Engagement is proud to serve as a sponsor for SECC Chicago's 16th annual Woodlawn Community Summit! Join neighbors, business leaders, and other stakeholders this Saturday, March 8 for a morning of conversations, breakout workshops, and other engagement around economic development, health and wellness, sustainability, safety and housing, and more for those who live, work, and invest in the Woodlawn community. Register here: bit.ly/41GIxCL

If you and/or your family are experiencing homelessness, CPS provides resources and referrals to help you stay in school. Learn more.

Students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS) | Chicago Public Schools CPS protects the educational rights of homeless students and ensures they receive all the services, programs, and activities provided to students who live in permanent housing.

PLAN AHEAD. Check out the rest of the school year calendar.

The Chicago Park District is hosting its 9th annual Teen Opportunity Fairs at three locations throughout the city. These FREE events will take place on March 1, 8, and 15, and offer information about summer opportunities like jobs and special programs in the parks for Chicago youth ages 13-19. Learn more. https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/teen-opportunity-fairs

In spite of Trump's threats, Illinois State Superintendent Tony Sanders told school districts to continue teaching Black, Asian American, and LGBT history, and to provide education to students regardless of their citizenship status as required by state law. Read more in Chalkbeat.

State schools chief tells schools: Don’t stop teaching certain subjects because of Trump Illinois State Superintendent Tony Sanders tells schools to continue teaching subjects like Black History and to keep educating students regardless of their immigration status, despite a recent letter from the U.S. Department of Education threatening federal school funding.