Based off of the Peabody-nominated digital series, we explore Chicago's Moses Montefiore Academy, where a dedicated staff hopes to change the lives of the nation's most at-risk students. For many, this is their last chance.
Doors open at Chicago's last therapeutic school and staff struggle to maintain order. Cortez and Crystal recite their record of violence before starting a fight on the school bus.
Doors open at Chicago's last therapeutic school and staff struggle to maintain order. Cortez and Crystal recite their record of violence before starting a fight on the school bus.
Reverend Robin Hood, a local school council member, describes the years of systemic oppression and racism that has led to the current volatile situation in the city of Chicago.
Reverend Robin Hood, a local school council member, describes the years of systemic oppression and racism that has led to the current volatile situation in the city of Chicago.
Montreal "Spanky" Almond, a young student bullied for his crippling speech impediment, finds a mentor. Crystal runs away from home, leaving everyone scared for her life.
Montreal "Spanky" Almond, a young student bullied for his crippling speech impediment, finds a mentor. Crystal runs away from home, leaving everyone scared for her life.
Former staff reconnect with old Montefiore students who lack the support the school once provided. Cortez tests his luck with the law while Montreal is making strides forward.
Former staff reconnect with old Montefiore students who lack the support the school once provided. Cortez tests his luck with the law while Montreal is making strides forward.
Based off of the Peabody-nominated digital series, we explore Chicago's Moses Montefiore Academy, where a dedicated staff hopes to change the lives of the nation's most at-risk students. For many, this is their last chance.