by Marta Segal Block | May 6, 2021 | Awards, Fundraising Events, News
We are thrilled to announce that Monica Collins is the winner of this year’s Staszak Outstanding Educator Award. Congratulations to Ms. Collins, a beloved District 97 social worker and OPEF partner. Ms. Collins demonstrates a deep commitment to expanding summer... 
by Marta Segal Block | Apr 24, 2021 | Events, Fundraising Events, News
By this point in the Pandemic, we’re all about ready to get away, one way or another. That’s why we’re so excited about the raffle prizes for our upcoming Evening of Magic. We’ll help you get out of town, out of the house, or maybe a little bit... 
by Marta Segal Block | Mar 1, 2021 | News, Spoken Word
We are thrilled to announce that nearly a year after we had to put our in-person Spoken Word club on hold, we can now invite students back for a spring season of creativity and self-expression. WHAT: Spoken Word Club WHO: Students from both Brooks and Julian Middle... 
by Marta Segal Block | Dec 8, 2020 | BASE Camp, News
Just like you, we really miss BASE Camp. We recently asked you to tell us what was most important to you about BASE Camp, and what you needed from us this coming summer. Based on the survey, we know that you love BASE Camp because: 1) Camps include a wide variety of... 
by Marta Segal Block | Oct 27, 2020 | BASE Camp, News, Science Alliance
As the weather gets colder, we know you’re looking for new ways to keep busy inside the house. Our new Director of Summer Programs has some ideas. Check out her amazing pumpkin explosion! How many rubber bands do you think it will take for Lindsey to make the...