We have forged strong relationships with external partners and have been awarded various grants to support our educational programs.  These alliances enable us to provide the strong arts, environmental and technology focus that highlight our curriculum. Partnership institutes include: National Louis University DePaul University Columbia College Chicago Public ARt Group Chicago Arts Partnership in Education (CAPE) Chicago Botanic Gardens Friends of the Chicago River Chicago Park District Old Town School of Folk Music LookingGlass Theatre This year, we have received grant awards from: National Louis University (4th - 8th grade Literacy Program) DePaul University (after school writing program) Chicago Arts Partnership in Education  (S.C.A.L.E. environmental/educational program) 21st Century Learning (federal grant)