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Esperanza School Returns to In-Person Learning After One Year of Remote Learning

March 13, 2020 is a day to remember at Esperanza. Esperanza School organized an in-service for all staff, which was abruptly cut short mid-morning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That same afternoon, Governor Pritzker ordered all schools to shut down for the month, an order that continued to be extended through the end of the …

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The Face of Chicago Business Podcast Features Esperanza’s Executive Director, Joy Decker!

On April 21 The Face of Chicago Business (TFOCB) podcast will feature Joy Decker, Esperanza’s Executive Director, who will provide insight into Esperanza, its services, and give details about the upcoming virtual, Spring Gala: Celebrating Victories.  TFOCB tells the stories of the individuals and businesses that allow each suburb and neighborhood to thrive — through …

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Celebrating Esperanza’s Black Artists!

Esperanza Art Studio provides an opportunity for our adult participants to express themselves. In our positive, welcoming space, our Art Program promotes inclusion and also fosters communication, exploration, self-expression, self-purpose, and independent decision-making through art. We are honored to feature the work of our Black Artists who use their creative talents and gifts to share …

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Esperanza Honors Black History

February was an important month across the country, and Esperanza staff and students were honored to celebrate Black History Month. Throughout the month of February, staff, students, and adult participants delved into deep discussions about Black Heroes and their accomplishments. We studied and highlighted various leaders, and influencers of both the past and present, engaging …

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Collaborating with External Partners to Better Serve Our Community

Our partnerships with the greater community are the foundation to our success, which is why we are excited to announce our collaborations with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Community Kitchen / Snakes and Lattes, Betsy’s Blankets, and The Children’s Planet to kick off a new year!  Boston Consulting Group (BCG) BCG …

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