About

Simpson Academy

Chicago’s Last Standing School for Young Mothers

Who We Are

Simpson Academy for Young Women is a small, 6th to 12th grade school located in the Illinois Medical District of Chicago that exclusively serves pregnant and parenting teen mothers from all over the City of Chicago.
 

Vision

Be the National Model in Educating, Equipping, and Empowering Teen Mothers

Our safe and nurturing environment is the place where young mothers, their families, teachers, and the community work collaboratively. We bring about high-quality resources, parenting supports, and relevant academic learning experiences necessary in this global society. 

Our young women graduate possessing Determination, Respect, Integrity, Vision, and Empathy. These values make them more than ready to successfully navigate the requirements of motherhood while also recognizing and achieving their college, career, and life goals.

Mission

Develop Confident, Self-Disciplined, and Socially Responsible Women Leaders

Our school offers a competitive academic standards-based curriculum, as well as wrap-around services focused on parenting, health, and life-skills education. We tailor our programs to guide students toward success in a 21st century world.

We educate, empower, and prepare young mothers for success in college, career, and life. They contribute to a diverse, ever-changing global society with knowledge, resilience, and purpose.

The Meaning Behind Our

Core Values

D.

Determination

We persevere through challenges, especially when someone is counting on us.

R.

Respect

We honor ourselves and others, creating a space of dignity, trust, and mutual care.

I.

Integrity

We show up with honesty and accountability, even when no one is watching.

V.

Vision

We look beyond our current circumstances and boldly imagine a brighter future.

E.

Empathy

We lead with heart, understanding that strength begins with compassion.

Meet Our

Faculty + Staff

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