On Friday, June 2, Christopher House graduated its third graduating class, the Class of 2023!
This talented class was one of the first to return to a full year of in-person learning. As we continue to navigate the post-COVID climate and address both the short and long-term effects of the pandemic, the Christopher House community could not be prouder of the adaptability and commitment of our dedicated staff and scholars, which is evident in all that they have accomplished over the past year.
“This graduation day is a day of celebration – but it is also a realization that the journey continues,” Dr. Abrego, Elementary School Principal, said. “Your next adventure awaits – high school will be an opportunity for each of you to grow – to expand your friendships, enhance your learning, to grow into young adults.”
We are pleased to share that, among the graduating class, three of our scholars were awarded the Daniel Murphy Scholarship, a prestigious scholarship awarded to 150 Chicago students across the city, to attend college preparatory schools.
Additionally, 12 of our graduating 8th grade scholars have been accepted to CPS selective enrollment schools, including Lane Tech College Preparatory High School, Whitney M. Young Magnet High School, Jones College Prep, Walter Payton College Preparatory High School, Northside College Preparatory High School. This 33% year-over-year increase demonstrates the profound adaptability, resiliency, and determination of our scholars, staff, teachers, and families in today’s post-pandemic landscape.
“Today is an opportunity for you to celebrate with your teachers and friends. I want to take the opportunity to thank all your teachers – not only our middle school staff but all the teachers that have supported you on this amazing adventure. However, your constant companion on this journey has been your family. Your caregivers have sacrificed and will continue to sacrifice because they believe in you and are determined for you to accomplish your goals,” Dr. Abrego said. “Their hope and faith in you are unending!”
Christopher House is exceedingly proud of the accomplishments of our scholars, and we want to remind them that no matter how far they travel and how much they grow, our doors will always be open – Christopher House will always be a safe and loving space that they can call home away from home.
