Stories From Parents & Schools
Read these examples to see how policy impacts schools and how community voices make a difference.
Parent Story:
Cristal Salgado
Discover Cristal Salgado's inspiring journey advocating for accessible, high-quality public charter schools like Paramount Englewood. Her efforts not only secured her son's academic success but also made her a vocal advocate for educational equity.
Cristal's story highlights the pressing need for high-quality schools across our city, especially in underserved communities.
Parent Story:
Susan Sargeant
Discover how one mother's journey through the K-12 education system transformed her perspective on educational options. Susan Sargeant shares her experience navigating her sons' contrasting high school experiences and the pivotal role a high-quality public charter school played in shaping her younger son's success.
Susan advocates for improved access to diverse educational opportunities and highlights the importance of empowering parents with information.
School Story:
Adelante Schools
Adelante Schools transformed Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle School with a rigorous curriculum, achieving nearly 90% reading proficiency among kindergarteners by the end of the 2023-24 year. With new school zones in 2024-25, more students will access free bus transportation to Adelante, benefiting from its innovative approach.
Read more about Adalente Schools’ impact.
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“I would love to see those types of schools multiply in our city so everybody has access to them.”
Cristal Salgado, IPS Charter School Parent
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