The Catalyst Schools

05/31/2024

Illinois State Representative and Chicago Board of Education Member congratulate the Catalyst Maria High School Class of 2024.

Parents and community members packed the Catalyst Maria auditorium last night to celebrate the 114 graduates in the Class of 2024! The ceremony included a special remembrance in loving memory of classmate Emoni Poelinitz. On hand to celebrate was Illinois State Representative Cyril Nichols (pictured below with faculty members Mark Lenz and Juan Luis Tafolla). Earlier in the day, Chicago Board of Education Member, Rudy Lozano, Jr. extended his congratulatory wishes to the graduates via a call with Catalyst staff members Julio Velez and Alex Ramirez.

09/30/2022

“At the end of the day, we are human beings, and I hope that people can see that in me and in other people who are like me. Papers don’t determine how human you are.”

In this article by OneGoal, Yesenia Garcia, ‘17 Catalyst Maria Alumna, discusses how pursuing education ignited self discovery, pride, and a passion for equality in her life. Yesenia also shares the impact her OneGoal teacher Ms. Fawaz had on her as a scholar.

We are beyond proud of everything you have and will continue to accomplish Yesenia! Click the link in our below to read the full article. Catalyst-Maria High School

College was never part of Yesenia Garcia’s plan. But joining the OneGoal cohort in her school not only led to achieving a degree, she’s now an advocate for students like her.

09/16/2022

Save the date! Reserve your ticket!!

Catalyst Maria will be hosting its 10 year Celebration and Reunion on October 1st, 2022 at Spin Chicago. Join us to connect with alumni and staff, eat some food, and play ping pong. We hope to see you there!

Alumni click here: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/365864028157/?discount=CMHS22

Current/former staff and supporters click here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catalyst-maria-10-year-celebrationalumni-reunion-tickets-365864028157

06/27/2022

Over the weekend a few of our recent graduates talked with Illinois Senate President, at the Kehrein Center for the Arts before Saturday's performance of Future Perfect!

06/21/2022

Over the weekend, our very own CCR Community Outreach Director and KCA Manager Ms. Sharon Morgan was honored at the Celebration for her leadership in the arts and education. Thank you for all that you have done and will continue to do for our Catalyst Schools and KCA Communities!

Kehrein Center For The ArtsCatalyst Circle Rock Chicago Cubs

06/08/2022

Troy Morris was an integral part of the Catalyst community for over 10 years. First as an instructional aid and then as a teacher at the Howland and Catalyst Circle Rock campuses, Troy had a profound impact on hundreds of students. Troy was an incredible teacher, mentor, and friend, and his presence will continue to be felt for years to come. By purchasing a brick to place in the Troy Morris Memorial Garden, you will help ensure that legacy.

Visit the link in our bio to purchase a brick, and be a part of Troy’s legacy! As

05/25/2022

Kayla Dixon is a 2013 Catalyst Circle Rock alumna. Kayla was noted for her rigor, altruism, and
lively spirit as a scholar. This great energy has been transferred into her work in the medical field.
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Kayla also graduated with her Masters of Health Sciences over the weekend. Congratulations Kayla! Catalyst Circle Rock

05/18/2022

Come and join us tomorrow at Catalyst Maria!

05/16/2022

Viviana Juarez graduated from Catalyst Maria in 2017. Viviana is now fearlessly teaching first grade at Catalyst Maria, where she embodies Catalyst’s core value of relationships.

05/09/2022

Hello Catalyst Family!

This year we have created a digital, interactive annual report that features stories from Catalyst alumni. To access the 2021 Annual Report, visit the website link below. We hope that you enjoy this new format of our annual report.

Thank you for your support of the Catalyst School communities! Catalyst Circle RockCatalyst Maria Charter School

http://annualreport.catalystschools.org/

02/15/2022

Please join us for a performance of this critically beautiful life this Friday at Catalyst Circle Rock's Kehrein Center for the Arts. Free tickets and info here: kehreincenter.com

The story of "the Black Mozart," Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, comes from France, but befits Black History Month. The son of a French colonial plantation owner and an African slave, he was the best fencer in Europe and a major composer of the Classical music era. His works influenced M...

02/02/2022

https://catalystschools.org/stay-connected/current-news/1579-catalyst-schools-closed-february-3-2022

Catalyst Schools CLOSED February 3, 2022 Written on 02 February 2022. Posted in News Catalyst Schools will be closed on Thursday 2/3/22 due to weather. Friday 2/4/22 is a previously scheduled staff professional development day and there will be no school for scholars. Scholars return on Monday 2/7/2...