Empowered through education and pre-school programs with the support of partners and using pre-school educational programming, this Division prepares students for academic success by providing various learning initiatives.
100%
of the 2021 Senior Class Graduated
800
Scholars were actively engaged remotely and in-person
89%
of scholars reportedly experienced enhanced civic engagement attitudes, skills and behaviors
Camp Nkiru
The Camp Nkiru Summer Leadership Academy is more than just a summer camp—it’s a transformative experience that empowers young individuals to reach their full potential and become leaders of tomorrow.
Freedom School
The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) works with community sponsors, parents, young adults and caring community leaders to forge a new vision for working with and educating children through the CDF Freedom Schools program.
G.B. Winston Scholarship
Since its inception in the 1950s, the G.B. Winston Scholarship has stood as a beacon of hope and opportunity for the youth of Sangamon County.
Historical Black College and University Tour
Our HBCU College & Cultural Tour takes place every spring break, offering high school students an enriching experience that exposes them to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as well as other culturally significant historical and national landmarks.
TeenReach
The purpose of Teen REACH is to help youth achieve positive growth and development, improve expectations and capabilities for future success, and avoid and/or reduce risk-taking behavior through academic enrichment, life skills education, parental involvement, recreational/cultural opportunities, positive adult mentors, and community service.
Join us in creating positive change in the community.
