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An intimate look inside the highs and lows of year one at LeBron James’ I Promise School, serving the most at-risk students and families in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
Self
April 6, 2020
LeBron James brings his vision to life with the opening of the I Promise school. For the students, a new school year brings about new hopes and dreams.
April 6, 2020
I Promise faculty share their community approach: making sure students learn, eat well, and helping parents get their GEDs.
April 6, 2020
Bonds are formed and trust established in the “I Promise” circle: a place where students can share and learn about their feelings.
April 7, 2020
Third-grader Dae’Shaunna and other students struggle to learn while coping with traumatic home lives.
April 8, 2020
For the faculty, the realities of dealing with students suffering from trauma hits hard.
April 9, 2020
The fall test is here. For the faculty, that means providing support to the anxious students.
April 10, 2020
The poor fall test results forces the I Promise teachers to change their approach to reading.
April 13, 2020
When fourth-grader Vincent becomes a bullying target, the other students come together to defend him.
April 14, 2020
As Nate and Scout make immense progress in school, the students embark on their first field trip.
April 15, 2020
As a reward for their hard work, the students are treated to a surprise guest: LeBron.
April 16, 2020
When at-home suspension presents more problems than solutions, the school devises an in-house alternative for misbehaving students.
April 17, 2020
To encourage students to take charge of their emotions, the school teaches them mood-regulating techniques.
April 20, 2020
Spring test day has arrived. And the students of I Promise are ready. But how will they fare this time?
April 21, 2020
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April 22, 2020
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