Glenn holds his donated hair after “The Big Chop,” alongside Kellie.

Connect Academy students participated in a discussion with the Carol Stream Police Department about safety, bullying prevention, and making positive choices, reinforcing important life skills and building connections with trusted community helpers.

Connect Academy teachers Glenn Powell and Kellie Krefft promote The Big Chop, a special event where Glenn will cut his hair to raise funds for Wigs for Kids and support children experiencing medical hair loss.

Connect Academy High School staff show their school spirit by wearing CAHS Capybara shirts, celebrating the student-designed mascot that represents creativity, pride, and community.

Connect Academy students volunteered to help pack more than 21,000 meals for children and families facing food insecurity around the world.

Students gather on the classroom carpet during a Social Emotional Learning activity led by older student leaders, listening to a story about bees and participating in a discussion about growth, belonging, and real-life connections.

Alvaro Mendez, a former student of Connect Academy High School administrator Dr. Jan Donovan and Schavonne Roberts, speaks with current students about perseverance, personal responsibility, and the impact of educators who believe in their success.

Pathways Academy students take part in an off-campus equine therapy experience, using guided interaction with horses to support communication, regulation, and sensory development.

We’re now accepting new students across all programs! Explore placement opportunities at Connect Academy, Connect Academy High School, and Pathways Academy.

Students and staff from Connect Academy joined forces to collect and organize food donations for our first Thanksgiving Food Drive, an incredible community effort!