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Interested in having some fun and helping the community? From ballroom evenings, to exciting trivia nights, we are sure to have the perfect event for you! Events Find an event you love, and make an impact that lasts. Back 2 School Fair When: Friday, August 15, 2026 What: Our Back 2 School Fair is held each year in August before kids head back to school. We promote healthy activities, connect neighborhood families with school supplies, physicals, vaccines, and resources from partner agencies. Learn More Auxiliary Board's Summer Soiree When: Summer 2026 What: Join us for an evening of connection and celebration featuring cocktails, light bites, and a vibrant summer atmosphere. Mingle with young professionals while learning more about our mission and helping create pathways to opportunity for those we serve. Holiday Toy Drive When: Winter 2026 What: Each year, to help out our Child Welfare Department, we host a toy drive to collect items for children and teens in Foster Care. From baby toys, to books, to puzzles and games. Gifts for all age ranges are encouraged! Help us bring a smile to a child's face this holiday season. Learn More Faces of Hope When: Summer 2027 What: Faces of Hope is our annual fundraising gala where we celebrate the people and spirit of hope that fuel Association House's work in advancing health, education, and economic opportunity for the most vulnerable among us. For questions regarding Faces of Hope, email Abby Ellis , Associate Director of Marketing. Learn More Association House Run Team When: Year-Round! What: Join the Association House Run Team, and race for a cause! When you sign up for our run team, you’re running for yourself, your health and your neighbors. Interested in taking the first step in a year of training & triumph? Fill out an Association House Run Club Interest Form at or contact Jennifer Sheridan , Development Specialist. Learn More Interest Form Never Miss An Event. Join Our Email List!

Association House is a Humboldt Park nonprofit offering job training, educational programs, counseling, mental health services, child welfare and a wide range of bilingual support in English and Spanish. old logos Our Program Areas Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Neighbor Helping Neighbor Everyone deserves service with dignity FIND HELP GIVE NOW News & Updates Join Us for the 20th Anniversary Back 2 School Fair! Our Back 2 School fair returns for its 20th year in Chicago! Development May 27 2 min read How Association House Staff Leveled Up Their Skills in 2026 This year, Association House staff earned licenses, attended conferences, and thought big about their careers. Meet Hailey, Our Affordable Housing Emerging Leader Intern A conversation with our first Affordable Housing Emerging Leader intern Haley Aldrich on shaping the future of housing in Chicago. Join the Fight for Equitable Housing During Hope For Homes Day Today is a statewide day of giving to spread equitable housing. Will you join in? Join Our Email List!

< All Staff Mr. David Pieper dpieper@ahhs.education Principal How long have you been an administrator? I have worked as an administrator 11 years. What inspires you as an administrator? It is the students that inspire me. Understanding the enormous human potential that walks through our school doors daily, I am grateful to be a part of student growth. What is one fun fact about yourself? I can juggle! Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

Karyn is a Managing Director in Deloitte’s Audit & Assurance Practice. In this role, she works with audit teams in developing their audit responses related to the consideration of fraud in financial statement audits. < Back Karyn Lewis Karyn is a Managing Director in Deloitte’s Audit & Assurance Practice. In this role, she works with audit teams in developing their audit responses related to the consideration of fraud in financial statement audits. Karyn has previously held positions in compliance and leading and conducting a broad range of corruption, forensic accounting and financial fraud investigations for private and public companies and not-for profit organizations. Karyn graduated from Dillard University where she received a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Why I Serve? Karyn is inspired by the organization’s dedication to serving diverse populations and its unwavering commitment to providing resources and programs to individuals and families so they may thrive in their lives, communities, and society.

Jennifer attended Ohio Northern University, College of Law then became a partner at Chapman and Cutler LLP Banking and Financial Services Department. < Back Jennifer Tedjeske Jennifer attended Westminster College and received her bachelor’s in Business Administration, and then went on to attend Ohio Northern University, College of Law. After college and gaining some experience in the field, Jennifer became a partner in the Chapman and Cutler LLP Banking and Financial Services Department. She is also a member of the Commercial Lending Practice Group. Why I Serve? n/a

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Each summer, we connect families with everything they need to send their kids back to school ready - from supplies and resources to vaccines and physicals. Back 2 School Fair Anchor 1 How We Help The annual Back to School Health Fair connects neighborhood families with everything they need to send their children back to school ready for success. From school supplies and local resources to vaccines and full physicals, this giant block party has something for everyone and truly brings the community together. Event Details Open to the public! Backpacks & school materials provided while supplies last. When Saturday, August 15, 2026 9 AM - 1 PM Where Association House of Chicago 1116 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60651 Parking lot at Kedzie and Thomas Community Resources Each year, we are joined by partners from across Chicago to offer connections to hundreds of resources. 2026 Partners Association House High School Association House Behavioral Health & Gambling Education Chicago Board of Elections Chicago to End Homelessness Chicago Youth Centers Clerk of the Circuit Court Gift of Hope Healthy Families at Advocate Masonic Illinois Workers in Action LINK Unlimited Scholars Nautilus Solar Palenque LSNA Traverse Therapeutics Tree House Humane Society Valora Behavioral Support Centers YWCA Metropolitan Chicago Pediatric Vaccines Free pediatric vaccines will be available on-site through our partnership with the Blue Cross Care Van. Families can access recommended childhood immunizations at no cost, helping children stay healthy and prepared for the upcoming school year. Get Involved You can be a part of this incredible event by donating funds for supplies, donating school supplies through our wish list, or spending the day volunteering with us. For more information about these opportunities, reach out to Drew at 773-772-8144. Make a Donation Donate Supplies Booth Interest Form Volunteer 561 individuals received resources at the 2025 Back 2 School Health Fair. Related Programs Food Pantry Learn More Health Education Learn More Mental Health First Aid Learn More

Teaches one or more core classes and electives. Assists with individualized academic advisement and supportive services. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of class and student progress. Models appropriate behaviors and teaches social skills needed to succeed in academic and vocational settings. Supports and collaborates with other teachers in a team approach to working with students. < Back English Teacher – Association House High School Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Teaches one or more core classes and electives. Assists with individualized academic advisement and supportive services. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of class and student progress. Models appropriate behaviors and teaches social skills needed to succeed in academic and vocational settings. Supports and collaborates with other teachers in a team approach to working with students. Requirements B.A./B.S. from an accredited institution in a field related to language arts, social science, science or mathematics. Prior experience with multi-ethnic population preferred. Illinois State Certification required. Annual salary is contingent on years of same or similar educational work experience and educational level. Teacher salary schedule governed by collective bargaining agreement, ranges from lowest ($59,761) to highest ($89,910), based on years of experience and education. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid vacation time, 13 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

< Back Tangela Feemster Enyia Tangela Feemster Enyia is Director of External Affairs at Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd), a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation providing to service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. Tangela and her team are ComEd’s front-line liaisons to municipalities across the Chicago-Maywood Region, which covers the City of Chicago and 28 suburbs. An active volunteer with several organizations across Chicago, Tangela and her family have spent time in service at the Pacific Garden Mission, The Chicago Food Depository, and Project H.O.O.D. She formerly served on The Harris Council, an alumni board of The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. Why I Serve? n/a

< Back David Pieper High School Principal As principal, David leverages available resources to ensure students make successful post-secondary transitions and possess critical skills to create lifelong learners and vital contributors to society. He believes the school’s unique character enables him to create an engaging culture for students who have not previously thrived in traditional academic settings. After working as a teacher, David became a Curriculum Specialist focused on secondary education. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in History Education from Illinois State University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Northeastern Illinois University. David believes when education and community are bridged together, each can support and elevate the other. Association House High School is an extension of the historic, long-lasting impact of education as a component of community advancement through Association House’s work. He feels it is truly a privilege to continue this legacy.

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The fun doesn't stop after the bell. Students can join in clubs and learn new recipes, drawing skills, play games with classmates and so much more! After School Programs Art Club The Art Program focuses on perfecting students craft around a variety of projects and freestyle days. We also watch anime to influence and inspire our projects. Culinary Club Demia Fisher Culinary Club is a student-driven cooking apprenticeship provided to expose teens to a home and commercial kitchen environment. The students learn the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation. They get to plan, prepare, cook, and present a full course meal. Gaming Club Santiago Duran Do you like games? Well, this is the place for you! We play video games, board games, card games and whatever other games there are to play. Music Studio The Music Studio is a music club where students get instructions on how to play instruments, use equipment and create good music. Our recording booth allows students to record their work and express themselves. FiTT Club Get FiTT is a club designed to teach students about health and fitness. We invited the students to try various types of workouts that include aerobics, yoga, and outdoor sports. Nail Tech Club Students meet and work on both live and model hands on the proper techniques and practices of the nail industry. We have now partnered with a local small business owner to help mentor/coach students through the process of providing quality manicures with or without acrylic. Related Content High School Staff Learn More Curriculum Learn More Mentoring Program Learn More Family Literacy Program Learn More