"The American Civil Liberties Union recently began sending out "cease and desist" letters to individual schools and districts to halt single-sex programs that the legal advocacy group suggests may violate federal and state laws."
Each year, Young Women's Leadership Charter School (YWLCS), the only all-girls public school in Chicago, takes nearly 350 urban girls grade 7-12 and prepares them with the tools to graduate high school, continue through post-secondary education, and go on to lead fulfilling and productive lives. Any young woman residing in Chicago and of the right age is eligible to attend YWLCS, but admission is based on lottery. With a waiting list of more than 300 students, YWLCS students and families know their experience is unique.
What distinguishes YWLCS from other Chicago public schools?
Single-sex education provides a cooperative, supportive working environment
Emphasis on math, science, and technology
Small classroom size with teacher to student ratio of 1:12
On-site social workers and school clinic
Highly developed college preparatory program
Enrichments programs and external partnerships
Highly qualified staff and faculty