A state-of-the-art facility that specializes in building tomorrow’s leaders. As the world advances, what’s being taught in school must advance as well. The basics, reading, writing, and arithmetic have been replaced with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). It’s not enough to prepare students for post-secondary education when, at any given point in time, they will be faced with making a decision that changes the trajectory of their lives, especially in the black and brown community. In a world where conflict is around every corner, it’s paramount for students to know how to navigate those delicate situations that could have devastating outcomes. The Academy’s mission is to provide a well-rounded student lifestyle utilizing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares them for post-secondary education that goes beyond the books to intentionally incorporate extra-curricular activities that will enhance our students’ socialization skills. In addition, our program provides students with the tools needed to make better choices when confronted with negative situations.

The ability to make the right decision, when needed, could prevent the percentage of high school dropouts and adolescent incarceration, especially in black and brown populations. The first of its kind, the Rebirth Chicago Young Black Male Leadership Academy will incorporate conflict management and resolution courses into the curriculum. Conflict management and resolution courses will be taught by trained professionals. Students will have the ability to discuss events, current and past, and provide input on how conflict management could have been used to change the outcome. Throughout the academic year, students will participate in conflict management role playing while being introduced to techniques that will aid them in making better choices when confronted with disagreements, peer pressure, violence, alcohol, and drugs.