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YWLCS School Pledge

Join us in reciting the pledge each morning at 8am and start the school day with leadership intentions!

Today, tomorrow, and every day I pledge to be a leader by inspiring those who come after me and by making a difference in my school, my community, and my world.  Although we are different we stand as one, respecting each other as family.  I pledge to be open-minded, positive and helpful and to rise like the Phoenix, never giving up on following my dreams.

 

Student Perspective

Brittany, Class of 2012

Brittany Jarrett Hear from other YWLCS students...

On Becoming a Leader

This school is very special to me, because it is not like the rest. This place is the school I always dreamed of. I never thought that individuals would help others, if they did not have to. But when I came here, [I found that] my teachers stay without any hesitation. This school has taught me to understand [what I learn] better and when I understand something, I can explain it to someone else and give them a better understanding. To me, that’s leadership. This school has really taught me to be a leader

Upcoming Opportunities

get involved ~ have fun ~ do something new

There are always things going on around Chicago that you can be a part of. See the Activities and Clubs page for up-to-date information. Be sure to also check out the last page of each month's newsletter for program information from Jessica Tansey, Program Coordinator.

YWLCS Five Qualities

Our first class of 6th* and 9th graders determined the following to be the most important characteristics for success:

  • Respectful - Show respect for classmates and teachers at all times
  • Responsible -Be mindful of decisions both in and out of the classroom
  • Creative - Make work reflect who students are and who they will be
  • Hardworking - Share ideas, listen, think, and ask questions
  • Scholarly - Be responsible for thinking and learning
Our Student Body...

As a community, we aim to graduate young women who exhibit these five qualities.

*In the first few years, YWLCS educated 6th grade students. YWLCS no longer has a 6th grade class.

Student Academic Achievements

Our Successes

Find out the facts!

At Young Women's Leadership Charter School, we strive for nothing but the best and our statistics prove it! Last school year, 100% of the Class of 2011 graduated high school and 90% of those graduates went on to pursue post-secondary options.

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