School Programs
Our school programs provide equitable opportunities for low-income, high-risk elementary and middle school students to succeed in high school. These programs improve students’ grades, attendance, and social and emotional well-being. They particularly help students with limited English proficiency and those receiving special education services, ensuring smooth transitions to high school. We achieve these results by comprehensively meeting the needs of students and their families through an integrated support system. This system includes tutoring, mentoring, behavioral health services, and case management, all in collaboration with community partners.
To inquire about opportunities for your school or classroom, contact Montana Lechner, our Manager of School Programs, at montana@handsonsuburbanchicago.org.
CHiL Afterschool Program
Volunteer mentors foster socialization and connection, facilitate social-emotional learning activities, and provide homework help to high-need elementary and middle school students.
Lunch Buddies Program
Volunteer as a Lunch Buddy and in-school tutor for elementary students during their lunch hour. This role involves helping to improve their numeracy skills and fostering a love of reading.
Intergenerational Pen Pals Program
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteers, aged 55 and better, exchange monthly letters with elementary and middle school students. This correspondence aims to enhance the students’ academic, emotional, and social development.
Service Learning Program
HOSC engages elementary, middle, and high schools with various service learning opportunities, including lesson plans, hands-on projects, and community service days.
Thank you to our School Program Supporters
CCSD15
First Bank Chicago
MDRT Foundation
OMNI
Wheeling Township
Appropriate Townships