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Tiffany Tillman
- Tiffany Tillman is a third-generation Chicago Public Schools employee and has been with CPS for 33 years. She has worked in various capacities and with various schools to continue to empower our students, including as a recruiter to ensure elementary students chose the best high school to continue their education.
Vernell Givens
- Ms. Vernell Givens was born and raised on the Westside of Chicago. She attended Jacob Beider Elementary School and went on to further her education at John Marshall High School where she graduated. At the start of Ms. Givens journey, she met the love of her life and got married in 1967, eventually giving birth to 2 children.
Marshall Hatch Jr.
- Rev Marshall Hatch Jr. is most notably recognized for his position as Executive Director of the MAAFA Redemption Project (MAAFA). In 2017, he co-founded the non-profit organization along with his father, Rev. Marshall Hatch Sr. who serves as a senior pastor at the Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. Together, they maintain the mission to improve the quality of life for Black and Brown youth in the West Garfield Park neighborhood.
Greg Kirsch
- Greg is originally from the State of Michigan, graduate of Loyola University and ITT Chicago - Kent Law School, and currently serves as Managing Broker with Kirsch Agency...
Alice Curry
- ALICE CURRY, a staple volunteer since 2004, selflessly dedicated 22 years in 28th Ward service to community.
Vera Watson
- Ms. Vera Watson, a 50+ year resident of Chicago, and a familiar face on the westside, has been a leader and mentor over the years.
Reverend Dr. Johnny L. Miller
- Reverend Dr. Johnny L. Miller serves as Senior Pastor of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (MVBC), where he has led the congregation for more than 49 years.
Mr. Paul Adams
- It is now the year 2025, and Paul Adams had been in education for over half of a century. When asked about what has been the most rewarding aspect of his tenure he provides a simple answer of “the student
Angela Taylor
- Angela Taylor, Wellness Director is a true champion for youth and community wellness.
- Through the Youth Garden Corps internship program, she mentors young people in hands- on horticulture and job readiness, empowering the next generation of leaders
Reverend Walter Jones
- Everyone has a calling—some to protect, others to lead—but Reverend Walter Jones was called to uplift and better his community.
- After losing his father as a teen, he realized the vital role fathers play.
Ms. Emma Jean Robinson
- In 1966, a friend called on Ms. Robinson to help with community organizing-an invitation that marked the beginning of over 40 years of service with the City of Chicago.
- She retired in 2012 but continues to touch countless lives.