Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) is a small private Catholic university, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, offering associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Located minutes from downtown Chicago and blocks from Lake Michigan, we offer a vibrant, affordable education in a stimulating learning environment. Our emphasis on social justice, service and community shape the whole-person education our students receive. From small class sizes and mentorship to individualized attention and encouragement, our faculty and staff foster an environment of equity, diversity and critical thinking. CCSJ’s accepting, supportive, community environment empowers our unique student body to explore their passions, embrace their purpose and achieve their goals—be it in the classroom, with our competitive sports teams, among our robust student groups and beyond graduation.

Located in Chicago, Illinois, The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (the O-School) is a therapeutic residential and day program for children and adolescents in need of support for profound emotional issues or who are on the autism scale. The O-School provides highly refined and individualized care provided by a talented and devoted team of professionals. The O-School uses a milieu treatment therapeutic approach, meaning the support of its students is designed to be all encompassing. All activities/events are seen as therapeutic opportunities, and every aspects of a student's day are given considerable thought, care and attention. Members of a treatment team—including teachers, therapists, counselors and program managers—work cohesively to create a consistent and meaningful experience throughout each day. The O-School is also characterized by the heavy emphasis it places on the therapeutic relationships that develop between a student and his or her treatment team. Milieu staff members are actively involved with the students throughout the day, not simply monitoring or supervising them, but developing bonds and relationships that create a structure in which each child or adolescent can receive emotional support, develop new skills and sustain healthy relationships. Finally, the O-School distinguishes itself by providing a strong academic program that aligns with state and local standards within a therapeutic setting. This academic program is enhanced by a number of extra-curricular activities providing a more traditional school experience and facilitating each child’s transition back to their home school or to college. In order to ensure the highest standards, the School is accredited by a variety of state and independent organizations, including the Council on Accreditation, AdvancEd, the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, and the Illinois Department of Human Services.

The Ancona School is an independent school located in Chicago’s historic Hyde Park-Kenwood community, educating students 3 years old through 8th grade. Since our founding in 1962, Ancona has been dedicated to diversity in both our community and our curriculum which draws upon the Montessori and Progressive Education models. Our commitment to a student-centered environment informs what we teach and how we teach it. Social justice education is a key value of our community: at every grade level, Ancona students learn to identify inequality and are empowered to address injustice in the world. Our Mission: Ancona educates students to become creative problem solvers, confident risk takers and independent, lifelong learners. Rooted in the Montessori tradition, our child-centered school stimulates the joy of learning and builds a strong academic foundation. We inspire children to nourish their inner lives, find the power in their own voices and strive for justice and peace. In a community of cultural and economic diversity, Ancona cultivates understanding, care and respect for others.

The Center for Research Libraries (CRL) seeks to foster and advance scholarly inquiry through cost-effective, cooperative programs that provide reliable access through traditional and electronic means to unique and unusual collections of library materials that are in all appropriate formats, international in scope, and comprehensive in disciplines.

Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago (TTIC or the Institute) is an accredited computer science institute, dedicated to basic research and graduate education in computer science. Its mission is to achieve international impact through world-class research and education in fundamental computer science and information technology. The Institute is distinctive to the American educational scene in its unique combination of graduate education and endowed research. TTIC is located in Hyde Park on the University of Chicago campus and has a close affiliation with the University of Chicago Computer Science Department. An agreement between the University of Chicago and TTIC allows cross-listing of computer science course offerings between the two institutions, providing students from each institution the opportunity to register in the other's courses. Faculty and students enjoy full privileges of the University library system, athletic facilities and other services.

The Stanley Clark school is an independent, co-educational school serving preschool through grade 8. Hands-on learning, a nurturing, collaborative environment, and engaging curriculum lay the foundation for life-long academic success in our students.

McCormick is one of eleven theological institutions associated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Located within the bounds of the Presbytery of Chicago and the Synod of Lincoln Trails, the theological education offered here is firmly rooted in the Reformed Tradition. Part of the Reformed Tradition is an ecumenical commitment and openness to dialogue with other perspectives within the larger Christian Tradition. Nearly 40% of McCormick’s student body come from traditions other than Presbyterian. Included are Pentecostal and evangelical students as well as those from Baptist and Methodist churches. Common to all our students is an openness to one another that is rooted in a shared faith in Jesus Christ. The diversity with our faculty also speaks to McCormick’s breadth on the theological spectrum. McCormick is a seminary which trains women and men for Christian ministry. Holding membership in the Association of Chicago Theological Schools (ACTS) and associated with the University of Chicago, it is an integral part of one of the world’s great centers of theological education and research. McCormick is known for its warmth, informality and extraordinary attention to the individual. It is a school with a long history of high academic standards and a commitment to foster the expertise ministry requires. It is an autonomous institution, with an ecumenical student body, that values its relationship with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

VanderCook is one of the nation's leading institutions in the field of music education, fostering teachers with strong character, skill in teaching, and respect for the essential role of music in our culture. For nearly 100 years, VanderCook has been preparing the next generation of music educators who go on to impact the lives of children in schools here and abroad.

La Lumiere provides a college preparatory education based in character, scholarship and faith for day and boarding students in grades 9-12. The founders of La Lumiere believed that education and faith should walk hand-in-hand to engender character and strong academic performance. La Lumiere School believes that what distinguishes one person from another is strength of character, inquisitive nature, tolerance, sympathy, and leadership qualities. La Lumiere School was founded by a group of Chicago and Indiana businessmen in 1963, as an independent Catholic boarding school for boys grades 9-12 and a post-graduate year. The first Headmaster, James Moore, guided the school until 1979 and then again from 1988 to 1993. Throughout the years, La Lumiere has evolved, adding new buildings and facilities, admitting girls in 1978, and adding innovative curriculum. It remains true, however, to its mission in practice and spirit each day of the academic year. La Lumiere is located in Northern Indiana, just north of La Porte and west of South Bend.

Robert Todd Lincoln—son of President Abraham Lincoln—co-founded Glenwood Academy in 1887 with a mission to provide dependent, Illinois children with a training school and protective shelter. For over 130 years, Glenwood Academy has served as a critical resource for disenfranchised children—working to eliminate the impact of trauma and miseducation in a safe and nurturing environment. Excellence derives from knowledge, hard work, and innovation. By instilling strong life and leadership skills, Glenwood students are empowered to find their own voice to ensure a bright and successful future.

Welcome to Career and Success Academy! OUR VISION & MISSION VISION We create an environment that EMPOWERS every student to develop academic, career, and citizenship skills, leading to a successful future. MISSION We foster authentic PROJECT-BASED LEARNING that is REAL-WORLD, CONNECTED, and ENGAGING. We are continually developing rigorous education that is CHALLENGING and INCLUSIVE while cultivating comprehensive and SKILL-BASED STANDARDS. We nurture relationships that are COMPASSIONATE and RESPECTFUL that translate to appropriate social and emotional skills. The goal of Career Academy South Bend (CASB) is to remove all social, emotional and academic barriers so students can learn and grow in an exceptional environment. Career Academy creates practical career development opportunities for self-discovery, job-shadowing, and internships for high demand, high wage job opportunities.

I am the acting 8th grade case manager responsible for writing and revising pertinent special education documents. I have worked in grades 6-8 during my tenure. I am a inclusion math and reading teacher.