Chattanooga is a city with a rich history and a bright future, a community with boundless capacity for innovation, transformation, and economic prosperity. Unfortunately, these opportunities are not equitably accessible for all members of our community. For too many residents of urban core neighborhoods, the social determinants associated with poverty create intergenerational cycles of poor academic attainment, un- / under-employment, and disproportionately poor health and social outcomes. These challenges have a disproportionate impact on young men of color. Inspired by the success of the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (CGLA) in changing the trajectory of girls from underperforming schools and moved by the tremendous needs among boys and young men in Chattanooga, in 2016 a visionary group of innovators led by Ted and Kelly Alling initiated a planning process to create an all-boys public charter to extend the benefits of single-gender, leadership-focused education to young men.The purpose of the school is to change the lives of young men who face multiple challenges to academic success. Chattanooga Preparatory expects to open its doors August 2018.
External link for Chattanooga Preparatory School
1849 Union Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404, US
At Chattanooga Prep, strong teachers mean strong scholars. We were honored to welcome Zaretta Hammond , author of Culturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain, who equipped our team with powerful strategies to ensure every young man thrives this year.
Chattanooga Prep is growing, and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team. We’re an all-boys public charter school committed to providing young men with the structure, support, and high expectations they deserve. If you believe in the power of education, value strong relationships, and want to be part of a team that puts in the work—this is the place for you. https://lnkd.in/gNXbep8u
Gueller Gonzales Coronel, a graduate of Chatt Prep, is on his way to the University of Tennessee Knoxville this fall. Known for his focus and determination, Gueller represents what it means to rise with grit and lead with purpose. He’s part of the first graduating class Built for Boys. Built for Life.
Colin Richardson, a founding scholar and graduate of Chatt Prep, is headed to the University of Tennessee Knoxville this fall. From day one, Colin has shown grit, responsibility, and drive—qualities that define what it means to be Built for Boys. Built for Life. UT supporters: when you give to Chatt Prep, you invest in scholars like Colin and their path to college success.