“Catalyst makes me feel welcome and a part of my daughter's educational growth. Catalyst has also created an environment for me to assist in the growth of other children as well.”
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Mr. Brown
Father of Catalyst Circle Rock Scholar
Family and Community Partnerships
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A Catalyst School involves the entire family in the education of a child and provides the opportunity for the growth and participation of all immediate family members. Additionally, Catalyst partners with various organizations to provide programming to allow scholars to thrive in numerous elements of their education.
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90% average parent attendance at parent meetings
Parents and families are an integral part of the Catalyst Schools mission, with monthly outreach events and informational/recreational opportunities for parents to play an integral role in their scholar’s education. From quarterly Progress Report check-ins to daily interactions with teachers and staff, the education of a Catalyst scholar is facilitated in partnership with families at home and school.
Catalyst partners with numerous organizations to provide services to scholars both during the instructional school day and after school. Organizations include:
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Ravinia
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Circle Urban
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Boys and Girls Club
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The Maria Kaupas Center
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Countdown to College
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First Generation Initiative
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Concordia University
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DePaul University
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Dominican University
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Lewis University
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Chicago Children's Choir
Please visit the Partners page for each campus for campus-specific partners.