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The Alain Locke Charter Academy (Alain Locke), named for the first African-American Rhodes Scholar, models "Absolute Excellence" in Chicago's historically underserved East Garfield Park neighborhood. With a learner-centered approach and a focus on preparing students for a successful college experience, the goal of Alain Locke is to serve as a model for innovative urban education and to produce students who are globally competitive.
Offering an extended day, year-round program, Alain Locke provides elementary education for children in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. A rigorous academic curriculum includes
- Strong focus on literacy and math
- Enrichment programs for all students in art, music, technology, foreign language and physical education
- Experience-based learning that engages students at every grade level in a wide range of field experiences including in-school workshops, visits to learning sites throughout the metropolitan area, and an annual 7th grade trip to Ghana.
Alain Locke places emphasis on character education, along with a positive, disciplined, and nurturing school culture, and support for students in establishing patterns of success and becoming lifelong learners.
Talented and dedicated educators are drawn to Alain Locke because of its commitment to providing quality professional development, as well as opportunities for leadership and to work collaboratively with colleagues.
With the consistent introduction of innovative programming, Alain Locke Charter Academy now ranks among the best public elementary schools in Chicago.
For more information about the Alain Locke Charter Academy please visit their website www.alainlocke.org.
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