Get Involved
The Academy loves working with
families and the community.
We understand that working together can have the greatest impact on our children. Our goal is to support all family needs through discussion, resources, and volunteer opportunities. Together we are helping all students excel in the classroom, on the court, and in the world.
WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD AT HOME
Communicate! Talk with your child for ten or more uninterrupted minutes a day while modeling respectful conversation skills.
Check your child’s grades daily or weekly.
Help teach and practice organization with their backpacks, rooms, school assignment and schedule.
Encourage healthy eating and trying new foods
Create regular sleep schedules and nightly routines
Limit technology
Read and write with your child or encourage reading or writing daily (we can help supply books, journals and and other supplies!)
Family Nights
Throughout the school year, The Academy will be hosting family nights. Family nights will have different focused areas and activities to participate in. Different areas include supporting academics, ACT/SAT prep, college and trade school opportunities, pre-college camps, volunteering, and family support at home.
Elementary School Clinics
The Academy is dedicated and passionate about supporting our students from elementary school through high school. Our goal is to connect with families and students as early as possible to help with the transition into middle school. To start these relationships, The Academy runs elementary school basketball clinics for 3rd - 5th grade students in Waukegan, IL. In these clinics families and students learn about our organization, create connections, and build a support system for the transition into middle school.
Upcoming
Community Events
Join us for an upcoming community event, and explore our full calendar!
Volunteer Opportunities
We offer opportunities in both basketball coaching/program support, as well as educational tutoring and mentoring.