Adam Rowe writes about the importance of WITS programming in Forbes. Learn about how WITS builds foundational literacy skills among young readers in Chicago through teacher led literacy professional development … Read More
A Letter From The Carlsons
The story of WITS is built around a love of reading, learning, and community. In 1991 two women, Marion Stone, a retired Social Worker, and her friend Joanne Alter, retired … Read More
Appreciating Education Support Professionals
November 14th is Education Support Professionals Day, which is observed each year during American Education Week. Within the Chicago Public Schools, Education Support Professionals’ roles include office workers, student services … Read More
Dorne Eastwood, 2018 Blackboard Affair Alter & Stone Outstanding Volunteer Awardee
At the 2018 Blackboard Affair, WITS is honored to recognize Dorne Eastwood with the Alter & Stone Outstanding Volunteer Award. Dorne is a former educator and Rochelle Lee Teacher Award (RLTA) alum … Read More
Corporate Honoree: Deloitte – A Letter from Carl Allegretti, Chicago Managing Partner
Greetings to the incredible WITS Community, Deloitte’s commitment to education is steeped in the belief that education opens doors to opportunity. Part of that opportunity is having access to caring … Read More
