Every year the St. Patrick’s day parade committee seeks to find five young women to represent their Irish heritage, the city of Chicago and the plumbers Union local 130. Ivy League’s very own Miss Kathleen Murphy had the honor of being chosen as one of five women to hold the responsibility. “This experience of being […]
Author: Krystina Scott
Make your very own DIY Kazoo!
Happy National Kazoo Day! Learn how you can make your very own DIY kazoo and join in on the celebrations!
NATIONAL AFTERSCHOOL ASSOCIATION HONORS KRISTA BEACH OF IVY LEAGUE KIDS AMONG ITS 2020 NEXT GENERATION OF AFTERSCHOOL LEADERS
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 8, 2020 – The National AfterSchool Association (NAA), the voice of the afterschool profession and lead organization for the advancement of afterschool professionals and leaders has selected Krista Beach, Assistant Program Director at Ivy League Kids in Mokena as one of NAA’s 2020 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders. In selecting it Next Generation of Afterschool […]
Boy in need gets the best Christmas ever!
We chose one lucky boy in need for the “Best Christmas Ever”. We want to thank everyone who donated to this family or purchased gifts off his wishlist. Together, we made this family’s Christmas and New Year a little brighter.
Family in Need, Donate Today!
We have sponsored a local family in need. A young boy, 8, had his father taken away from him before he was born and lost his mother when he was three. He is raised by his grandma and aunt. He’s very smart, always grateful and always appreciative of everything and everybody. He wrestles for the […]
Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Items on the Market for Active Kids
It’s that time of year. Flashy decorations, fantastic food, family traditions, hot drinks, and Christmas music abound. And oh yeah—gift buying. Getting the perfect gift for those you love can be a stressful endeavor, especially when it’s for a child. Fortunately, there are guides like this one that can help light the way to a […]