Springboard Collaborative in Chicago
In Chicago, learning to read and do math is happening in classrooms, at kitchen tables, and side by side with the people who love these kids most. Meet the families, teachers, and students behind the work.
A story from Chicago
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I describe [Springboard] as a triple good. It’s good for the students, and you can see that in the academic results, but it’s also really beneficial for parents…[I see] the value that parents get from going to workshops.
Maria Chen
Third grade teacher
The Results in Chicago (2024-25)
4.6 months
of student reading growth in roughly 2 to 3 months
90%
of families said Springboard improved their family’s reading routine
93%
of teachers said Springboard helped them develop as an educator
Where We Work in Chicago
District partners
Schools
Community partners
Voices from Chicago
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Maria Chen
Third grade teacher
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James Rivera
Parent
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Aisha Bello
School principal
Watch the work in Chicago
Our Chicago supporters
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Chicago advisory council
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The work in Chicago grows when schools, families, and supporters build it together. Here is how to be part of it
Get Involved in Chicago
For schools and districts
Interested in bringing Springboard to your students? See how partnership works and start a conversation.
Get in touchFor donors and funders
Support the work in Chicago. Reach out to your regional Director of Philanthropy.
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