Lawndale Community Academy - New Partner Spotlight

Lawndale Community Academy’s Staff

We are proud to recognize Lawndale Community Academy located on Chicago’s West Side, as a partner who has shown exemplary leadership and dedication towards helping youth find their path to purpose. 

Lawndale faces some of the toughest challenges in Illinois. The school is ranked in the lowest performing 5 percent of schools in Illinois. About half of students experience chronic absenteeism, ninety-five percent rely on free or reduced-price lunch, and teacher retention remains a persistent challenge.

Despite the challenges, what stands out is the commitment of Lawndale’s staff and teachers, and the curiosity and energy their youth bring to the classroom. Through our partnership, students are engaging in hands-on learning, gaining confidence, and exploring their untapped potential. Soon this school year, they’ll be taking their ideas off the page and turning them into real projects that make a meaningful impact on their schools, their communities, and beyond.