About The LEGO Academy

 
 
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The South Suburban Chicago (IL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, is excited to introduce The LEGO Academy (Links Eliminating Gaps through Opportunities)—a free, year-long program designed for students and families right here in our South Suburban community.

What is The LEGO Academy? It’s a community program that provides workshops, field trips, meals, and resources to help families strengthen education, careers, health, culture, civic life, and access to healthy food.

What’s included for FREE?

  • Education & Careers: Scholarships, community service hours, resume, cover letter & personal statement help, elevator pitch coaching, FREE professional headshots, mock interviews, digital skills, field trips, and laptops for select participants

  • Civic Engagement: Deputy voter registrar training, FREE state IDs/Real IDs, FREE birth certificates, and FREE Ventra passes

  • Health & Wellness: FREE Screenings and workshops

  • Food Security: FREE meals at every session + FREE groceries to take home

Who can join?

  • Students in grades 6–12

  • Parents and senior family members

Where?
South Suburban College | 15800 State St, South Holland, IL 60473

Program Dates (Saturdays, 9 am - 3 pm):
November 8, 2025 | January 24, 2026 | March 21, 2026 | May 30, 2026 
Plus additional educational and cultural field trips throughout the year

Informational Sessions (learn more & apply on-site):
Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Parker Junior High School, 2810 School Street, Flossmoor, IL 60422

Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot at one of our upcoming informational sessions. Scan the QR code to register on Eventbrite. We can’t wait to welcome your family to The LEGO Academy!