2024 Engage Every Student Recognition Program Champions

In its inaugural year, the Engage Every Student Recognition Program is celebrating 13 nonprofit organizations and cities, working in partnership with their local school districts for their efforts to expand access to high-quality afterschool and summer-learning programs throughout the country. 

Learn more about each Program Champion below:

2024 Engage Every Student Champion

Illinois

Compass for Kids, Inc.

Compass for Kids, Inc. partnered with Springfield Public Schools – District 186 and leveraged $2.1 million in ARP ESSER funding to nearly double the capacity of the Camp Compass summer learning program for elementary school students. The Camp incorporated a balance of academic and enrichment activities to prevent summer learning loss and improve reading and math skills.
Illinois-Compass for Kids, Inc.