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Oct 312 min read

Why Hands-On Learning For Kids Works (and How We Do It at Ahead Academy!)

We all know kids learn best when they’re actually doing something, right? When they can touch, build, create, and experiment, they’re...

Oct 312 min read

Legislative Wins!

Puerto Rico Passes Law Banning Natural Hair Discrimination; this is a major step for hair equality and cultural expression! Big news from...

Oct 252 min read

Celebrating Creativity & Identity - Meet Laetitia Ky!

At Ahead Academy , we believe in the transformative power of self-expression, especially through hair. Hair is more than just...

Jul 221 min read

Party of the Year💃🏾🎉

Check out the highlights from our inaugural Summer Camp Social!

Apr 181 min read

Ahead Scholarships: Sliding Scale Pricing Model

Activities for Chicago youth can be pricey and often inaccessible for some families. We want to ensure that any child who wants to...

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Mar 33 min read

Celebrating Black Women's Impact in the Hair Care Industry: A History of Excellence

What better way for us to celebrate Women's History Month than by honoring and recognizing the bomb Black women who have made a...

Sep 12, 20232 min read

Ahead Academy's "Braids & Brilliance" Workshop Shines on WGN News

The Ahead Academy team is still beaming over the success of our inaugural Braid Camp! We hosted 14 girls for a powerful session on the...

Jul 17, 20232 min read

Empowering Black and Brown Girls: Braid Day Camps in Chicago

At Ahead Academy, we are committed to empowering young minds from all backgrounds and communities. In line with our mission, we are...

Jul 14, 20232 min read

The Power of Camps

Have you ever wondered why summer camps are such a big deal for young people? Well, they're not just about fun and games. Camps provide...