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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARIA SAUCEDO STEAM MAGNET ACADEMY
WHEREAS Maria Saucedo STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Magnet Academy is a Pre-K to 8th-grade city-wide STEAM magnet school located in the Little Village Marshall Square area; and
WHEREAS, the vision of the Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy is to maximize options, opportunities, and outcomes for students, families, and their communities; and
WHEREAS, after the closure of the Carter H Harrison Technical High School, the building was repurposed to serve the educational needs of Little Village and surrounding communities; and
WHEREAS, Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy underwent significant reforms, including the introduction of early childhood education programs and fine arts curriculum; and
WHEREAS, the Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy was named after Maria Saucedo, a prominent figure in the city's education landscape; and
WHEREAS, Maria Saucedo was a dedicated educator and community advocate who played a crucial role in transforming the school into a hub of academic excellence and community engagement; and
WHEREAS, Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy's mission is to provide a high-quality education that empowers students to reach their full potential and become lifelong learners through excellent academics, strong social-emotional support, and engaging extracurricular activities; and
WHEREAS, Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy integrates STEAM principles into its curriculum to prepare students for future academic and career opportunities; and
WHEREAS, in recent years, the school has embraced the STEAM curriculum, positioning itself as a city-wide magnet school; and
WHEREAS, offers a variety of extracurricular programs to engage students beyond the classroom; and
WHEREAS, some of the programs offered are before or after school, as well as during weekends and in the summertime; and
WHEREAS, throughout its history, Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy has been a focal point for community engagement and advocacy; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, parents and teachers organized a sit-in to protest the consolidation of Spry Community Link High School into the Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy, with the worry of overcrowding and lack of community input; and
WHEREAS, today, the Matia Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy continues to honor its legacy by providing inclusive educational experiences and preparing students to succeed in society.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Cook County Board President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners do hereby congratulate the staff, volunteers, and supporters of the Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy on their 40th Anniversary; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, this text be spread upon the proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Maria Saucedo STEAM Magnet Academy in honor of its outstanding work.
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