BARACK OBAMA SCH OF LDERSHIP

Barack Obama Sch of Ldership is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Park Forest SD 163 school district, located in Chicago Heights, IL with about 388 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Barack Obama Sch of Ldership has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **Barack Obama School of Leadership**, located at 401 Concord Drive in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving students within the Chicago Heights School District 170. As the name suggests, the institution places a strong emphasis on character development and leadership skills, aiming to foster an environment where students are encouraged to take initiative, think critically, and grow into responsible members of their community.

The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum that aligns with state standards while integrating social-emotional learning to support the "whole child." By focusing on the values of excellence, service, and integrity, the school strives to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success. Through a combination of rigorous instruction and a supportive school culture, the Barack Obama School of Leadership seeks to empower its students to become the next generation of effective and engaged leaders.

For more information, contact Barack Obama Sch of Ldership at (708) 668-9101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.