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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 Sau...
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