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Logan Square Neighborhood Association: Parent Mentor Program

@IELconnects - Preparing: An auditorium full of people participate in the Parent Mentor Program.

Logan Square Neighborhood Association: Parent Mentor Program

In December, IEL had the opportunity to speak with Bridget Murphy and Tami Love from the Logan Square Neighborhood Association (LSNA) about its Parent Mentor Program. This nationally recognized program is a wonderful example of how one community-based organization took a grassroots approach to embed itself within Chicago Public Schools and the state of Illinois, to improve student outcomes. This interview highlights many of the challenges LSNA faced during the beginning stages of their organization, as well as strategies on how to strengthen parent voice and improve outcomes. READ MORE…