Precious Hutton is one of three new program coordinators at WITS and joined the staff in November 2021. Read on to learn more about Precious, why she enjoys working with … Read More
Meet Elena
Elena Medeiros is one of three new program coordinators at WITS who joined the staff in November 2021. Read on to learn more about Elena, why the Kiki Strike series … Read More
2021 Alter & Stone Volunteer of the Year Award: WITS Associates Board
For WITS’ 30th Anniversary Gala, we are excited to present the Alter & Stone Volunteer of the Year Award to the WITS Associates Board (formerly Junior Board). This award is a … Read More
RLTA Remaining Readers Book Clubs
In the fall, once the Rochelle Lee Teacher Award (RLTA) Summer Institute is over and study groups begin working together, RLTA Awardees can carve time out of their busy schedules … Read More
Support WITS 30th Anniversary this Giving Tuesday
Working in the Schools (WITS) was founded on the idea that in-person, one-on-one literacy mentorship shapes how K-8th grade Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students feel about school, themselves, and their future. We believe that connecting … Read More
Native American Heritage Month
November is National Native American Heritage Month. The Library of Congress site is a great starting point for finding virtual events, online art exhibitions, and classroom resources. Native American Heritage … Read More
RLTA Facilitators: Class of 2021
For the second consecutive year, the Rochelle Lee Teacher Award Summer Institute took place online. The 19 workshops, 4 sessions of Becoming Readers Institute, 4 sessions of RLTA Orientation, 4 … Read More
WITS began in a single classroom in 1991
WITS began in a single classroom. When founders, Joanne Alter and Marion Stone, asked a neighborhood educator what they could do to most benefit her students, the answer was simple: … Read More
October is National Cookbook Month!
Fall is a great time to expand your cooking repertoire as the season changes. Autumn, Fall Festivals, and Halloween are all great occasions to celebrate – but what about observing … Read More
Celebrating the Halloween Season with WITS!
The Halloween season is upon us and I am excited to share some literary-inspired ways to celebrate the day. Whether you’re fretting over costume ideas or hoping to stay cozy … Read More
