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Cultivating Compassion: Narrative 4 Wins Top Chicago Education Partnership Award

July 8, 2026

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With CIS Chicago reaching over 80,000 students, Narrative 4 is celebrated for its exemplary role in surrounding youth with a community of support.

Communities in Schools of Chicago has awarded Narrative 4 the 2025-2026 Certificate of Excellence Award. This prestigious education partnership award honors exemplary community and school partners that consistently exceed expectations, going above and beyond to provide vital resources and support services for public school students.

Communities in Schools of Chicago presented the award to Narrative 4 for its “outstanding engagement” with the organization’s Partnership Program. The program actively surrounds students with a supportive community, empowering them to stay in school and reach their goals. Last year, the initiative served 83,601 students across 250 Chicago public schools—reaching an impressive 40% of the school district.

Supporting Students’ Needs

CIS of Chicago’s Partnership Program connects students with community partners to address a range of student and family needs. Young people gain access to mental health supports, art and enrichment opportunities, health and wellness services and academic assistance.

Serving Public Schools

N4’s US Advising and Training Associate Christina Pearce accepted the award on behalf of Narrative 4. It’s an honor to support the educators and young people working to create more compassionate classrooms in Chicago and around the world.

Find out more about how you can bring Narrative 4 to your campus here or your school here.

Read more about Communities in Schools Chicago here.