I Promise

I Promise

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.

Apr 6, 2020

We Are Family

I Promise faculty share their community approach: making sure students learn, eat well, and helping parents get their GEDs.

Apr 6, 2020

Trust

Bonds are formed and trust established in the “I Promise” circle: a place where students can share and learn about their feelings.

Apr 6, 2020

Misfits

Third-grader Dae’Shaunna and other students struggle to learn while coping with traumatic home lives.

Apr 7, 2020

Honeymoon's Over

For the faculty, the realities of dealing with students suffering from trauma hits hard.

Apr 8, 2020

It Starts With Us

The fall test is here. For the faculty, that means providing support to the anxious students.

Apr 9, 2020

Focus

The poor fall test results forces the I Promise teachers to change their approach to reading.

Apr 10, 2020

Got Your Back

When fourth-grader Vincent becomes a bullying target, the other students come together to defend him.

Apr 13, 2020

Stories Like These

As Nate and Scout make immense progress in school, the students embark on their first field trip.

Apr 14, 2020

I'm Famous

As a reward for their hard work, the students are treated to a surprise guest: LeBron.

Apr 15, 2020

Training Camp

When at-home suspension presents more problems than solutions, the school devises an in-house alternative for misbehaving students.

Apr 16, 2020

Red Zone

To encourage students to take charge of their emotions, the school teaches them mood-regulating techniques.

Apr 17, 2020

The Test

Spring test day has arrived. And the students of I Promise are ready. But how will they fare this time?

Apr 20, 2020

Moving Up

Apr 21, 2020

Last Day

Apr 22, 2020