MetroSquash

05/07/2021

It's May, which means it's Physical Fitness & Mental Health Awareness Month. Check out these cool shots of our students when we were in person #flashbackfriday

04/29/2021

On April 16th, MetroSquash hosted a virtual wine tasting where over 60 participants tried 4 different types of wine led by a sommelier in the comfort of their home. We had staff, board members, auxiliary board members, MetroSquash parents, alumni, new and current supporters join in this unique experience. We also raised $4,000 for the program! Big shout-out to the Auxiliary Board as well as Holly Meers and Lindsay Curran for leading this initiative.

04/19/2021

We hosted our very first virtual mentor outing with The Escape Game! The adventure our students and their mentor embarked on was called The Heist, where they had 60 minutes to recover a stolen painting! Check out the screenshots from the event below!

04/09/2021

MetroSquash Evanston's April Family Newsletter

04/08/2021

Join us for our first ever Virtual Wine Tasting event! https://metrosquash.rallybound.org/wine-tasting/Donate/Tickets

Join us for our first ever Virtual Wine Tasting event! https://metrosquash.rallybound.org/wine-tasting/Donate/Tickets

03/09/2021

Hey MetroSquash Family! Please join us March 11 at 7pm for a COVID-19 Vaccination Call hosted by our national partner, the Squash and Education Alliance (SEA). Gain a better understanding of the vaccine, hear from 3 medical professionals, and have your questions answered. Attached is the link (please note the time zone) and additional details are below.

Hey MetroSquash Family! Please join us March 11 at 7pm for a COVID-19 Vaccination Call hosted by our national partner, the Squash and Education Alliance (SEA). Gain a better understanding of the vaccine, hear from 3 medical professionals, and have your questions answered. Attached is the link (please note the time zone) and additional details are below.

02/08/2021

Hey MetroSquash Family! A special shout out to our very own CJ Lord, an amazing entrepreneur 7th grader who during this COVID time has taken up sewing and is actually doing large orders of personalized masks as a business!

Hey MetroSquash Family! A special shout out to our very own CJ Lord, an amazing entrepreneur 7th grader who during this COVID time has taken up sewing and is actually doing large orders of personalized masks as a business!

02/05/2021

Hey MetroSquash Family! This coming Sunday, we have a virtual workout with a brand new spin: yoga! We're very fortunate to host one of MetroSquash's finest, Muryem Quadri, and look forward to the expert instruction! Tune in by clicking the link. https://morningstar.zoom.us/j/865783680?pwd=Vm1BbUJyWU1FR3BuQXJsV1FVOFlFQT09#success

Hey MetroSquash Family! This coming Sunday, we have a virtual workout with a brand new spin: yoga! We're very fortunate to host one of MetroSquash's finest, Muryem Quadri, and look forward to the expert instruction! Tune in by clicking the link. https://morningstar.zoom.us/j/865783680?pwd=Vm1BbUJyWU1FR3BuQXJsV1FVOFlFQT09#success

02/01/2021

Our Family Distribution Days are on Fridays, between 1:00pm-4:00pm. Families can pick up any of the following items- face masks, hand sanitizer, healthy snacks and reading books of all levels. Safe distancing practices are followed.

01/28/2021

Hello MetroSquash Family! It is with great pleasure to introduce you all to the newest member of the MetroSquash Team. Jesus Ayala, Jr. is our new Manager of College & Careers and is no stranger to postsecondary planning and success. Jesus is a Chicago native, alum of MetroSquash partner Chicago Scholars, and has extensive knowledge and experience with postsecondary persistence. Let's give him a huge welcome!

Hello MetroSquash Family! It is with great pleasure to introduce you all to the newest member of the MetroSquash Team. Jesus Ayala, Jr. is our new Manager of College & Careers and is no stranger to postsecondary planning and success. Jesus is a Chicago native, alum of MetroSquash partner Chicago Scholars, and has extensive knowledge and experience with postsecondary persistence. Let's give him a huge welcome!

01/12/2021

Bronzeville families safely keep kids busy on holiday break during COVID-19 pandemic

Our very own CJ Lord and his sister were on ABC7 news! Please enjoy this short clip as CJ talks about how he and his family are staying safe during this quarantine, and also some fun ideas to stay busy.

These Bronzeville families are trying to keep their kids busy safely during their holiday break and the COVID-19 pandemic. FULL STORY: https://abc7chicago.co...

01/07/2021

Hey MetroSquash Family! If you missed our Woodlawn Holiday Celebration not to worry, we have the full recording here for you to watch and celebrate our students many accomplishments! Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below!

01/07/2021

Also, check out these screenshots from our Evanston Holiday Celebration! We were so happy and excited to see so many familiar faces.

01/04/2021

Happy New Year, MetroSquash Family! Our amazing Auxiliary is hosting an event in conjunction with Illinois Squash this week Wednesday, the 6th at 6pm. The Inclusion Town Hall will cover equity and access in squash via discussion about the national center and outdoor squash. Please join us!

12/22/2020

Hey MetroSquash Families! In an effort to ensure our students feel supported by MetroSquash, our team came together to assemble and distribute holiday care packages with some awesome goodies inside!

12/17/2020

Hey MetroSquash Family! Please enjoy these photos from the Evanston Holiday Celebration. Although this is the first time we are celebrating our students through Zoom, we still made it exciting and was able to highlight all of our students accomplishments.

12/11/2020

MetroSquash is pleased to support our families during the COVID-19 Pandemic and created our "Vestibule of Hope". Starting today and next Friday, we've designated these days for families to pick up any of the following items- face masks, healthy snacks and books . Please stop in anytime today 12/11 between 1:00pm-4:00pm.

12/10/2020

Fireside Chat with NHL EVP Kim Davis on behalf of Chicago's MetroSquash after school squash & academic program

Hey MetroSquash Family! Check out this Fireside Chat with NHL EVP Kim Davis!

A Fireside Chat with Spelman College Alum & National Hockey League EVP Kim Davis, hosted by James & Paulette Dodson benefitting Chicago’s MetroSquash…

11/17/2020

Hello MetroSquash Families! Please check out the flyer below for details about a food drive happening in the Woodlawn Community today from 12pm-2pm!

11/12/2020

Go Marnee and Kirina!

Phenomenal Staff Highlights! Over the summer, Kirina and Marnee led 6 weeks of virtual summer programming for 36 students. Though online, students received enrichment kits that included their squash racquets, yoga mats, resistance bands, notebooks, art supplies, STEM supplies, and books. Each of the weeks was themed and allowed the students to connect with their MetroSquash teammates while learning something new. Kirina and Marnee also remained committed to supporting our students' families by connecting with them weekly to check-in on their wellness and the need for support! #ThisIsAfterschool

11/04/2020

Hey MetroSquash Family! Check out our October highlights!

10/30/2020

Happy Friday MetroSquash Families! In an effort to ensure our post-secondary students feel supported by MetroSquash, our team came together to assemble and distribute care packages with some useful goodies inside!

10/29/2020

MetroSquash programming is back in full swing! During the pandemic, MetroSquash has tailored its programs to meet the needs of each of our students. Check out our MetroSquash Evanston fall programs! We're offering in-person solo hitting, virtual squash and fitness, 1:1 tutoring, academic enrichment, and high school placement support.

10/28/2020

15th Anniversary Gala | Metrosquash

We had over 1,000 supporters, students, parents, and staff join our very first virtual gala to celebrate the past 15 years of successful programming and squash play! Combined with our proceeds from the 2020 MetroSquash Cup, our event raised over $2M - which is our highest Gala revenue to date! We couldn’t have done it without you all, and we thank you for watching live, interacting through our socials, and for supporting us in making this year's Gala a huge success!

If you missed the gala, please check it out here: https://youtu.be/MRnElPSNUl4

If you would like to make a contribution, please go to www.metrosquash.org/gala

15th Anniversary Gala MetroSquash’s 15th Anniversary Gala Please check out our 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala Celebration below! Donate Now Invitation MetroSquash’s 15th Anniversary Gala is going virtual! Please join us on October 22 at 6pm as we celebrate 15 years of transformative impact on Chi...

10/22/2020

MetroSquash 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala

MetroSquash 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala

10/22/2020

Don't forget to tune in tonight for our 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala! We hope you will all tune in tonight at 6pm, the show is about 45 minutes and is completely free! Visit metrosquash.org/gala, visit our YouTube page, or watch it here from our page live! #MetroSquashChicago

10/15/2020

Check out our promo trailer here, and don't forget to tune in to our MetroSquash's 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala on Thursday October 22nd, at 6pm CST! To view of donate please visit metrosquash.org/gala.

Check out our promo trailer here, and don't forget to tune in to our MetroSquash's 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala on Thursday October 22nd, at 6pm CST! To view of donate please visit: metrosquash.org/gala.

10/08/2020

Our 15th Anniversary Virtual Gala is just two weeks away! On Thursday, October 22 at 6pm CST, please join us as we livestream our gala celebration at www.metrosquash.org/gala.

While the gala is free to watch, we hope you will consider making a gift so we continue supporting our students and families, especially during this challenging time.

10/01/2020

15th Anniversary Virtual Gala: Please join us as we celebrate 15 years of transformative impact!

This event will livestream on Thursday, October 22 at 6pm CST at www.metrosquash.org/gala.

What started with just one class of 10 5th grade students has blossomed into a proven, holistic, long-term program serving over 400 students annually from 5th grade to post-secondary completion in Woodlawn and Evanston.

Join us as we take a look back at the remarkable journey of our students, celebrate 15 years of their incredible achievements, and share the program’s future plans.

In addition, we will announce our 5th Annual MetroSquash Cup Champions and highlight the unique squash competition with commentary by SQUASHTV stars Joey Barrington and Paul Johnson.

If interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Ryan Jameson at [email protected]. While the gala is free to watch, we hope you will consider making a gift so we can continue providing significant opportunities for our students.

09/23/2020

Tribute for Evanston Students - Evanston Students Behind the Mask Challenge

MetroSquash Evanston is partnering with We Are Behind the Mask as they create a video montage of Evanston students sharing their experiences in creative artistic forms, as it relates to Covid-19 safety procedures. Read more about it here: https://www.tribute.co/evanston-students/?video=54919462-3de9-248e-d44d-347072400cf5

We're creating a video montage (or "Tribute") for Evanston Students and want you to join us. It will only take you a minute to record your video and you can do it from any device. Click on the link to learn more and submit your video. Thanks!

09/08/2020

We would like to shoutout Dakota Newsome, his Mom and sister, Cynthia and Corinne for their help cleaning up our MetroSquash facility. This is what giving back looks like!

08/04/2020

MetroSquash Evanston just wrapped up 6 incredible weeks of virtual summer programming! Each week included both an Academic theme and a Squash theme. In Academics, students participated in Movie Club, STEM experiments, mindfulness practices, Creative Writing, Book Club, and discussions about healthy peer relationships.

In Squash, students participated in analyzing squash videos, fitness exercises, racquet challenges, and yoga. Thank you to our amazing volunteers and summer partners for the support! We appreciate you!

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07/20/2020

For Arts & Crafts Thursday, Cameron, Jamya, and Arkeith led our campers through how to create a Dream Catcher to finish off their first week of camp! They explored all of the ways we can be creative using everyday household items such as paper!

07/20/2020

We are excited to see our post-secondary students excelling at their summer internships. Please check out this post about our MetroSquash student Liliana Vazquez who is interning at Tellus.

https://www.facebook.com/tellusapp/photos/a.301372910498870/602636150372543/?type=3

There are many hardworking individuals here at Tellus who we want you to get to know! That's why we created our Meet the Team series. Next up, meet Liliana Vazquez:

"Hi, my name is Lili! I am a Marketing & Content intern at Tellus, and I am so excited to be a part of such a great team. In my free time, I’ve been hanging out with my family a lot more recently, I also enjoy playing squash and volleyball and I’ve been trying to learn how to cook because I really love to eat!"

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07/14/2020

Monday, July 13 MetroSquash Woodlawn hosted their first day of virtual summer camp. While we miss seeing our students smiles in person, it was fantastic to have 23 of our middle school students, 8 high school interns, and 6 college interns come together in one space.

The morning started with fitness and for enrichment broke out into two groups, one of which learned new information on hydration and one of which is working on SSAT test prep. We are so proud of our students and thrilled to be working with them this summer!