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Special Thanks!

As we move through the first quarter of our new fiscal year, we’d like to take a moment to look

UPCOMING EVENTS

Jr. LINK and High School Scholars, get ready for our first mandatory Saturday Academy of the new school year! Saturday

Welcome to New Staff

We’re thrilled to welcome three new staff members to the LINK team: Michael Happ, VP, Advancement; Alexandria Cummings, VP, Programs

Cool LINK Video

Check out this video about LINK’s history and legacy!  We’re so proud of our impact in helping our Scholars to,

Jr. LINK Scholar Highlights

Congrats to our Jr. LINK Scholars Ava Johnson and Elianna Isaac, who had perfect attendance at Summer Learning! Ava, a

In Case You Missed It

Fall Kick-Off We had a blast gearing up for an exciting new school year at our annual Scholar Kick-Off Event

Dr. Toinette Gunn Named Crain’s Chicago Notable Black Leader

Congratulations to our own Dr. Toinette Gunn, President and CEO of LINK Unlimited Scholars, for being named to Crain’s Chicago

Summer Learning with LINK

We started our LINK Summer Learning this week, and we’re so excited about what the summer holds! Summer Learning is

New Staff and Board Members

Our LINK family continues to grow and expand, and we’re excited to welcome a new staff member and two new

LINK Alum Wins Pulitzer Prize

We are thrilled to announce that LINK Alum trina reynolds-tyler (Class of 2011), data director for Invisible Institute, recently won

 Jr. LINK Check-Ins

Just a reminder: Check-ins for Jr. LINK Scholars will be shifting from a monthly cadence to quarterly starting with the

Jr. LINK Scholar Spotlight

We’re delighted to shine the Jr. LINK spotlight on Lanre Deen, who has just completed 8th grade at Noonan Elementary

4 Tips to Keep Learning Over the Summer

Hey, Scholars, remember, summer break doesn’t mean you have to stop learning! Here are some tips to help you stay

In Case You Missed It

In case you missed any of our exciting programs over the last few weeks, here’s a recap: Scholar Celebration What

Working to Grow Our Family Advisory Committee

We are looking for more parents and guardians to join the LINK Family Advisory Committee! Our Family Advisory Committee (or

LINK In the News

Huge thanks to these media outlets for shining a spotlight on LINK and our innovative approaches that are transforming education!

LINK’s Annual Impact Report

As we work to build tomorrow’s Black leaders today, we are proud to present the 2022-2023 LINK Unlimited Scholars Impact

Women’s History Month: A Word from Dr. J

In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, Dr. Janine Franklin (affectionately known as Dr. J.), LINK’s VP, Programs &

Jr. LINK Scholar Spotlight

This month we’re shining the Jr. LINK Scholar spotlight on Rune Fox (they/them). In spite of facing difficult challenges in

New Grade Report Process

Reminder! There’s a new protocol for Jr. LINKers to submit grade reports. Previously, a photocopy was acceptable via email. Now,

UPCOMING EVENTS

Virtual Career Connections Collective Panel Series (6:00 – 7:30 pm) We still have one session left in our exciting career

LINK Accepted into IGNITE

We are thrilled to announce that LINK Unlimited Scholars has been accepted into the 2024 cohort of The University of

In Case You Missed It

March Saturday Academy It was a busy and exciting day at Saturday Academy on March 2nd. Our High School Fellowship

LINK in the News

We have been making a splash in the news lately, highlighting the impact our work is having on our Scholars

Save the Date for LINK’s Annual Golf Outing!

Thursday, July 25, 2024 We can’t wait to see you at LINK’s 29th Annual “Driving Fore a Difference” Golf Outing

Jr. LINK: In Case You Missed It

While college may be further in the future for our Jr. LINKers, it’s never too soon to start talking about

December Check-Ins

Don’t Forget Your December Check-In! Remember to schedule your December check-in as soon as possible! With the holiday season approaching,

UPCOMING EVENTS

Virtual Career Connections Collective Panel Series (6:00 – 7:30 pm) Join us for this virtual multi-session career panel series where

Welcome to Our New Staff Members

Our LINK family is growing, and we’re excited to officially welcome these six new dynamic team members! Katie AbeleAssistant to

LINK in the News

Take a look at all the ways we’re spreading the LINK mission—and please share the good news on your social

LINK in the News

Take a look at how LINK Unlimited Scholars is making waves in the news! The Weekly Citizen newspaper highlighted Jr.

Young Alumni Spotlight: Mahogani Anderson, Class of 2023

We’re so proud to shine the “young alumni” spotlight on Mahogani Anderson, Class of 2023, who is now beginning her

LINK Welcomes Several New Staff Members

We are excited and proud to have welcomed a number of new staff to LINK in the last few months.

Jr. LINK Family and Scholar Orientation on October 12

Jr. LINK officially launches on October 12 with a virtual orientation at 6:30pm! We’re ready to help our 7th and

LINK Saturday Academy Continues on 10/21 and 12/2

We are excited to continue our Saturday Academy for our Jr. LINK and High School Fellowship Scholars on Saturday, October

Download the 2023 Scholar Celebration Program

Download the 2023 Scholar Celebration Program Now!