We provide one of the few independent birth to career learning pathways in the country.
The mission of It Takes A Village Family of Schools is to provide high-quality, culturally responsive education and life-empowering social services that inspire students and families to positively transform and advance their communities, nation, and world.
We do this by taking a comprehensive approach to education by continuously evaluating and serving the unique needs of children, families, and communities.
ITAV Early Childhood
Village Leadership Academy
Stronger together
our philosophy
It Takes A Village Family of Schools takes a holistic approach to education through a deep appreciation for the connection between children, their families, our communities, and the world we live in together.
Community impact
our programs
Beyond our family of schools, ITAV programs provide opportunities to empower our next generation of leaders. Whether it is paving a path to college for youth, or jump-starting careers in early childhood education, we strive to provide our community with the tools for lifelong success.
ITAV Parent and Family Support Staff Representative
ITAV Parent
Clinical Psychologist, CPS Teacher
ITAV Parents
ITAV Early Childhood Workforce Program Graduate
In the news
The Robert R. McCormick Foundation grants ITAV $200,000 for the PEL Test Preparation Program Pilot
Kindergarten Transition Day 2022
ITAV Pumpkin Patch 2022
The Watering Hole: Our ITAV Founding Story
Interview with VLA Principal, Dayo Harris, on Social Justice Education
ITAV Hosts Virtual Money Matters Expo
ITAV Hosts Chicago Housing Summit
‘Becoming a Teacher’ Interview with Nikita Bailey of ITAV-CCS
Interview with ITAV Karate Sensai, Marquinn McDonald
Social Justice Books Curriculum with Jasmine Span, ITAV Education Coordinator
Mr. Nikita of ITAV West Wins 2021 ECEA Social Justice Award
ITAV Recognized for COVID-19 Prevention
Interview with Darrell & Makeya of the ITAV ECW Program
Big Stories from Little People
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