Wilmer Chavarria advocated for his diverse district to adopt sanctuary policies. He was stopped on his way back from a routine family visit to Nicaragua.

Michael Mann, a North Star Academy school principal, sticks to the basics when it comes to community engagement: He’s outside at dismissal every day — 'rain, snow, or shine'.

The Bush brothers graduated from Lawrence North High School and went on to pursue degrees in finance and business. But the school district from which they graduated ultimately inspired careers in education.

Terita Walker is a product of Chicago Public Schools and started her education career there.