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Nicole Jeanine Johnson

Nicole Jeanine Johnson is a writer, and tells Black stories at the intersection of politics, equity, education, and liberation. Relationships are her currency, and she cultivates and maintains them with ease, grace, and sincerity. Whether she is building a connection to get to the heart of a story, or building rapport with a donor to secure a mission driven investment, she reaches across all barriers, leading with human connection.

Nicole holds a Masters of Science in Education Policy from the University of Pennsylvania, a Masters of Arts in Teaching from National Louis University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Michigan. She is currently a graduate student at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.

Nicole Jeanine's Latest Articles

Harvey youth present plan to address food insecurity and repurpose vacant land

Students presented a proposal on May 11 to the City Council for a community garden that they will enlist classmates to plan and execute throughout the summer.

HSD 152 expands summer school for incoming kindergarten students
WHD SD147 introduces blended co-teaching model to align specialized services with Thornton

The district will implement a new blended co-teaching model for eighth graders receiving specialized services to ease their transition into high school.

TTHS D205 guidance on immigration enforcement policy criticized as ‘facilitation,’ alumna says

Thornton alumna pushed District 205 to make its federal agent interaction policy stricter on April 15. And board members approved AI-enabled weapon detection software to address school safety.

Harvey City Council approves solar farm feasibility study
Let light shine: HSD 152 students awarded for being ‘a beacon’ for others

Out of the district’s 1,400 students, Desiree Aaliya Kandu and Kevin Linares were recognized for positively and authentically impacting other students through their presence.

HSD 152 board members recognized by state school board association

In March, the board celebrated volunteer contributions of its members, announced key personnel changes for special education students, and its fiscal status.

Former clerk Rosa Arambula appointed as acting 1st Ward alderwoman

Following her recent resignation as City Clerk, Arambula will now carry out the remainder of acting mayor Shirley Drewenski’s term through April 2027.

Southland voters seek economic development ahead of 2nd Congressional district race

After a forum featuring candidates in the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional district, Southland voters reflected on the objectives they seek from their ideal candidate.

SH SD151 renews financial agreement with Thornton Township Trustees of Schools amid reporting inconsistencies

Outgoing Superintendent Teresa Hill explained that local school districts had the option to depart from the Thornton Township Trustees of Schools and manage their finances elsewhere, but South Holland School District 151 decided to continue the partnership.

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