Erie's Back To School Dance Benefit 2025
October 16, 2025 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM Central Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Erie Elementary Charter School: 1405 N Washtenaw Ave Chicago, IL 60622 Get Directions
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Join us for a joyful evening back where it all begins — at Erie! We’re bringing the celebration home this year with a new spin on our annual gala. Step into our school, explore student-powered showcases, and enjoy delicious bites, good music, and a dance party you won’t want to miss. It’s a night to honor our mission, celebrate our community, and have some serious fun — sneakers encouraged! Your attendance directly supports Erie’s commitment to providing an excellent, equitable education for every child. Together, we’re building brighter futures, one step at a time.
🎓 Excellence in STEM Education (K-8)
Fueling curiosity and innovation through a robust STEM curriculum that prepares students to be critical thinkers and problem-solvers in a rapidly evolving world.
👐 Hands-On, Experiential Learning Opportunities
Expanding our classrooms beyond traditional boundaries with field trips, project-based learning, and real-world experiences that deepen understanding and ignitea love of learning.
🚀 College and Career Exploration
Introducing scholars to the possibilities of their future by offering early exposure to college pathways and career readiness programs—helping them dream big and plan with purpose.
🗣️ Our Unique Dual Language Program
Fostering bilingualism and biliteracy in both English and Spanish, celebrating cultural diversity while developing language skills that create confident, globally-minded citizens.
🌎 A Commitment to Bilingual and Bicultural Fluency
Ensuring our scholars are not only fluent in two languages but also culturally competent, embracing and honoring the rich cultural heritage that makes our community so special.
Together, we can continue to nurture Erie scholars as they grow into compassionate leaders, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners.
Join us in making a difference—every gift, no matter the size, helps us continue this important work.