Gateway To Learning

Gateway To Learning Success led to an expansion in 1979 to include pre-vocational programs for adults 21 and over with intellectual disabilities.

Gateway to Learning’s mission is to provide lifelong learning for adults with intellectual challenges and developmental disabilities which promotes active inclusion at home, at work, and in the community Gateway to Learning Special Education and Training Center opened in 1974 to provide appropriate academic and pre-vocational education to children with special needs from age 3 to 21. These specialized programs provide adults with a place to develop and use their skills to enrich their lives and contribute to the surrounding community. Gateway to Learning moved to the Lincoln Square neighborhood of northwest Chicago in 1986 into a building designed and built specifically for Gateway's programs and needs. Gateway is open 12 months a year to maintain consistency of skills and behaviors for students and adults who might have no other opportunity for peer relationships and who have difficulty sustaining learned skills. Today, Gateway to Learning serves over 80 adults. Our individuals represent every race and ethnic origin. Through active involvement of 30 faculty and staff, our students and adults receive the education to which they are entitled and which is designed specifically for them. The provision of individualized programs which meet the unique needs of each student or adult is the hallmark of this very special school and training center. Gateway to Learning serves all of Chicago and nearby suburbs. Student transportation is provided by the local public school districts.

🎉 Congratulations to our Pillar of Excellence: Unwavering Respect winner, Shawnteria! 👏The Pillar of Excellence recognit...
08/28/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Pillar of Excellence: Unwavering Respect winner, Shawnteria! 👏

The Pillar of Excellence recognition program celebrates staff who embody the values that drive our person-centered mission at Gateway to Learning. 💙

This round’s pillar was "Unwavering Respect" — honoring the dignity, voice, and potential of every individual. 🙌

🏆 Nominated and voted on by staff, Shawnteria stood out for the deep respect and care she shows to participants every day. We’re so grateful for dedicated team members like her who make GTL the innovative, inclusive organization it is! 💫

Happy ! 🐾 Be sure to get some Barley's Biscuits this week to celebrate the pup in your life. 🐶💙 You can find them at Do...
08/26/2025

Happy ! 🐾

Be sure to get some Barley's Biscuits this week to celebrate the pup in your life. 🐶💙 You can find them at Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe!

💬 A common question we hear from individuals with IDD and their families: “Will employment affect me or my loved one's S...
08/22/2025

💬 A common question we hear from individuals with IDD and their families: “Will employment affect me or my loved one's Social Security benefits?”

📅 You can learn more by joining the next WISE (Work Incentives Seminar Event) webinar hosted by Ticket to Work on Wednesday, August 27.
🔗 choosework.ssa.gov/wise

If you have more questions, our Employment Services team is here to help you navigate this and other important questions regarding employment as an individual with IDD. 💼💬

Attend a free Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) online webinar to learn about the Ticket to Work program or Work Incentives.

Today the masters at Vanille Patisserie came to Gateway to Learning to teach cookie decorating 🍪 Participants had a blas...
08/21/2025

Today the masters at Vanille Patisserie came to Gateway to Learning to teach cookie decorating 🍪 Participants had a blast learning new skills and techniques. Maybe you'll see some of this artistry make an appearance in Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe in the future...

☀Thank you to Vanille Patisserie for donating your time and sharing your seasoned skills!

Over 100 pound cakes for residents of Friedman Place - Supporting the Independence of Adults who are Blind and a celebra...
08/18/2025

Over 100 pound cakes for residents of Friedman Place - Supporting the Independence of Adults who are Blind and a celebration for their 90-year anniversary last week! 🎊🎉Shout out to GTL participants in Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe for baking up this impressive quantity.

So inspiring to see organizations like Friedman Place impacting the community for almost a century.😮 With 50 years under our belt, we're motivated to hit such an inspirational milestone!

The Chicago Passport group getting out and exploring downtown 🏙📍 We even missed the downpour for another win! The Chicag...
08/13/2025

The Chicago Passport group getting out and exploring downtown 🏙📍 We even missed the downpour for another win!

The Chicago Passport group in our community day program offers the opportunity for GTL individuals to get familiar with riding the CTA, view different areas of the city, and cultivate confidence and autonomy on navigating new areas. ☀

Check out this awesome opportunity to catch The Improvaneers, an all down syndrome improv troupe 🎭 with The Improvaneer ...
08/05/2025

Check out this awesome opportunity to catch The Improvaneers, an all down syndrome improv troupe 🎭 with The Improvaneer Method. We love to see inclusive comedy spaces!! 👏 Get tickets through the QR code below!

Had an awesome time learning about sustainable gardening and getting our hands dirty at the The Talking Farm earlier thi...
08/01/2025

Had an awesome time learning about sustainable gardening and getting our hands dirty at the The Talking Farm earlier this week. 🌱

Thank you so much for having us!🪴

Cheri Gateway Garden looking very peaceful this morning ☀️ The sensory garden continues to give us fun plants to smell, ...
07/31/2025

Cheri Gateway Garden looking very peaceful this morning ☀️ The sensory garden continues to give us fun plants to smell, feel, and taste!

The GTL Volunteering Group has coordinated a for The Friendship Center this summer! Feel free to drop off non-perishab...
07/16/2025

The GTL Volunteering Group has coordinated a for The Friendship Center this summer! Feel free to drop off non-perishable food items or hygiene products in the bin located at our entrance during business hours. We're about inclusion for everyone, including our neighbors facing hunger and food insecurity.

Pace Suburban Bus is holding public hearings on the Regional Transportation Authority’s 2025 ADA Paratransit Action Plan...
07/16/2025

Pace Suburban Bus is holding public hearings on the Regional Transportation Authority’s 2025 ADA Paratransit Action Plan which proposes programmatic changes, including fare increases, for Pace’s Taxi Access Program (TAP) and Rideshare Access Program (RAP).

A public hearing will take place on July 30, from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm at 2102 W Ogden Avenue. More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15p8fHAzNh/

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