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Congratulations to Jalen J. Spencer I, Team Lead, Achieve Academy of Escambia County! Jalen was named a SESI Divisional Staff of the Year.

Read more about SESI’s 2026 Teacher and Staff of the Year honorees: https://hubs.la/Q04gP0B20

Students across In-District Classrooms at High Road School at St. Mary’s County came together for International Day. Students explored cultures from around the world through research, artwork, presentations, and videos — building confidence, creativity, and connections along the way.

Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q04gNRKp0

Congratulations to Moriah E. Rodriguez of Sierra School of South Mountain! Moriah was named a SESI Divisional Teacher of the Year.

Read more about SESI’s 2026 Teacher and Staff of the Year honorees: https://hubs.la/Q04gNPTf0

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the courage of those who gave their lives in service. Their legacy reminds us of the responsibility we share to support every child’s future with care, stability, and opportunity.

Congratulations to Megan L. Mele, Occupational Therapist, High Road School of Hartford: Primary & Middle School! Megan was named a SESI Divisional Staff of the Year.

Read more about SESI’s 2026 Teacher and Staff of the Year honorees: https://hubs.la/Q04gP1RJ0

After 41 years in education, High Road School of Philadelphia-Germantown’s Valerie “Ms. Quack” Quackenbush is retiring and leaving a lasting legacy of connection, creativity, and care. A three-time Teacher of the Year, she has impacted generations of students by building a classroom community where every learner felt supported and valued.

Read more about her incredible career here: https://hubs.la/Q04gNPnb0

In a recent FOX 32 Chicago news segment, Excel Academy of Roseland alumna Briana Burks returned to give back in a meaningful way. Now a salon owner, she provided free hair and beauty services to juniors and seniors for Prom, helping students feel confident while showing what’s possible beyond graduation.

Watch the full segment here: https://hubs.la/Q04gNT-70

Congratulations to Jordan Brown of High Road School of Anne Arundel County! Jordan was named a SESI Divisional Teacher of the Year.

Read more about SESI’s 2026 Teacher and Staff of the Year honorees: https://hubs.la/Q04gNJrS0

In recent news coverage, Excel Academies of Chicago students made a difference at our annual Clean and Green Earth Day Community Cleanup, students, staff, and partners came together across Chicago’s south side to support cleaner, safer neighborhoods, showcasing the power of student leadership and community impact.

Watch the full coverage: https://hubs.la/Q04gNN6N0