Acero Charter School Network - Bartolome De Las Casas

Acero Charter School Network - Bartolomé de las Casas is a charter school in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to providing rigorous academic instruction alongside comprehensive social and emotional learning. Serving students from grades K through 8, Bartolomé de las Casas emphasizes a close-knit community, where every student and family is valued. With a curriculum centered on literature and high academic standards, the school fosters both intellectual and personal growth. Students engage in extracurricular activities such as the National Junior Honor Society, Acero athletic teams, and sports clinics. The school’s mission is to empower students through academic success, preparing them to become lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and community leaders. By focusing on achievement, community, equity, resilience, and optimism, Bartolomé de las Casas nurtures well-rounded students ready to succeed in the future. Passages Elementary Charter School, located in Chicago, Illinois, offers a seamless educational experience for children ages 15 months through 8th grade. With a focus on academic excellence, the school provides a consistent environment that fosters growth year after year. The staff, many of whom are multilingual and from the community, are dedicated to supporting families, especially those transitioning from other countries. Passages specializes in teaching English Language Learners, offering social and emotional support to ensure that students focus on their studies. The school features small class sizes and a rigorous academic curriculum that prepares students for high school success. As part of the Trellus organization, Passages is deeply committed to empowering immigrants, refugees, and underserved communities, removing barriers to education, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and opportunity for all.