As part of Bank of America’s “Making an Impact” initiative, they develop strong partnerships with nonprofit organizations focused on issues fundamental to economic mobility in low- and moderate-income communities. 71% … Read More
Mentoring Students in Chicago: A Conversation with Jay Shah
Jay Shah recently joined WITS as a mentor in the Workplace Mentoring Program (WPM) at GCM Grosvenor. A 2024 graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Jay moved to … Read More
10 Books About Cooking & Food
You probably know and love Strega Nona and her bubbling pasta pot. You might remember the pea soup fog rolling in when someone read you Cloudy With a Chance of … Read More
WITS Program 2024-25: Boosting Student Reading Proficiency
We’re excited to share some great news from the 2024–25 student program year. WITS students made amazing progress in reading and built strong, positive connections with their mentors. Here’s a … Read More
WITS Stands with Students and the CPS Community
WITS is the largest provider of literacy enrichment programming and corporate partnerships in Chicago Public Schools, delivering free programs that support both students and teachers. This fall, WITS has welcomed over 450 students and volunteers … Read More
4 Picture Books That Promote Student Confidence
Starting a new year of school can be a mix of excitement, anxiety, or anything in between. Whether students are returning from summer break, going to a new school, or … Read More
Why Orientation Matters: Making the Most of Your Volunteer Journey
“Orientation? Again? No, please.” Many volunteers tend to view orientations as repetitive tasks that lack excitement or engagement levels in their volunteer experiences; however, they play a crucial role in … Read More
WITS Announces 2025 Rochelle Lee Teacher Award Recipients
The Rochelle Lee Teacher Award is a grant for Chicago Public Schools elementary educators. Each year, teachers may apply to receive a classroom library grant. If selected, teachers receive $500 … Read More
Invest For Kids Chicago Announces Working in the Schools as 2025 Grant Recipient
This August, Invest For Kids Chicago announced its list of 2025 Grant Recipients. Ten organizations were chosen from over one hundred applicants, and included among them is Working in the … Read More
WITS programs double the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) average of reading proficiency
As CPS faces an almost $1 billion budget deficit, WITS continues to be the only in-school reading mentorship program that is free for CPS schools and families. WITS was founded … Read More
