Our Events

This Tuesday, May 25 panel centered how COVID-19 and the fight for racial justice have forced changes everywhere, and leaders of local institutions have had to reimagine the roles they play in the city. Chicago Community Trust COO and Fund Board member Andrea Sáenz moderated the conversation between panelists:

-Dr. Janice Jackson, CEO, Chicago Public Schools
-Nykia Wright, CEO, Chicago Sun-Times
-Kedra Newsom, Managing Director & Partner, Boston Consulting Group
-Katya Nuques, Executive Director, Enlace Chicago

In March, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and The Fund hosted a virtual mixer for school leaders to learn more about professional development opportunities during the 2021-22 school year. During the event, school leaders heard directly from current and former program participants about their experiences and asked questions about the application process.

On November 23, The Fund partnered with Easterseals Chicago to host a panel about includes tangible resources and best practices for reopening schools for pre-k and cluster program leaders.

In October 13 event sponsored by WBEZ, Fifth Third Bank and William Blair, four school leaders told stories about strength in the face of adversity and loss.

In August 27 event, co-hosted with The CAFÉ and A Better Chicago, three principals told stories of school equitable innovation in the face of limited resources and time.