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 special

ized 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.

Summer program is underway at Gateway to Learning! ☀️ The carefully developed curriculum of these programs promotes inde...
06/12/2026

Summer program is underway at Gateway to Learning! ☀️ The carefully developed curriculum of these programs promotes independence, life and job-skill development, and community engagement.

🌻 Inclusion can begin with self-advocacy, and building confidence with the support of our staff can make that happen.

⛱️ Summer programming includes Chicago Passport, Film Club, print-making, volunteering, and so much more.

Want to support inclusion like this? Consider a contribution which goes to support our programming and impact. 💫 https://www.gatewaytolearning.org/donate

You gotta try Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe's new mini loaf flavors this weekend at Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commer...
06/03/2026

You gotta try Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe's new mini loaf flavors this weekend at Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce's Great Bake Walk, made by participants at Gateway to Learning! Get more info below:

🌟 We're proud to announce we have renewed our accreditation with CQL, The Council on Quality and Leadership!This accredi...
05/08/2026

🌟 We're proud to announce we have renewed our accreditation with CQL, The Council on Quality and Leadership!

This accreditation means Gateway to Learning is recognized for our commitment to ensuring the people we support receive the very best services we can provide. We are grateful for the opportunity from CQL to continue to grow and cultivate our organization.

Thank you to our committed staff, supportive community of families and caregivers, and to our dedicated governing board for making this possible!

05/08/2026

📢Attention guardians and caregivers:

Due to a funeral procession on Lawrence, all traffic is being redirected to Ainslie. This increase in traffic around the facility may lead to delays and increase travel times: please allow for extra time at pick-up. Thank you!

Thank you to everyone that was able to join us at an unforgettable RockABILITY last week. Your presence, energy, and gen...
04/20/2026

Thank you to everyone that was able to join us at an unforgettable RockABILITY last week. Your presence, energy, and generosity made it a night remember. 🎸💙

✨ Thanks to you, we exceeded our fundraising goal! We could not have hit this incredible milestone without this supportive community.

🎶 Couldn’t make the event? You can still be part of the impact. A donation today helps ensure this important work continues long after the lights go down. Together, we can keep the momentum going.

Find the donate button on our event page! 🎵 https://onecau.se/_f3s681

And finally, thank you to our Rock & Roll Legend Level Sponsor for RockABILITY 2026: ComEd! You have proven yourselves t...
04/15/2026

And finally, thank you to our Rock & Roll Legend Level Sponsor for RockABILITY 2026: ComEd! You have proven yourselves to be true advocates for inclusion, and we're incredibly grateful for your support. ⚡

We can't wait to rock out with everyone tomorrow at RockABILITY!

Can't make the event? You can still make an impact through a donation or bid in our silent auction! Find both opportunities here: https://onecau.se/_f3s681

RockABILITY's Silent Auction is now live! Place your bids today and help support Gateway to Learning as we continue to p...
04/14/2026

RockABILITY's Silent Auction is now live! Place your bids today and help support Gateway to Learning as we continue to power inclusion for adults with IDD.

Auction highlights include:
🎸Hilton Chicago Specialty Suite Stay
🎸Chicago sporting events
🎸Lincoln Square shopping package
🎸Gibson's and Lettuce Entertain You dining certificates
🎸Rare bottle of Willett Family Estate Kentucky Bourbon Whisky
…and more exciting items!

Thank you to all our amazing donors that made this possible!

Can't attend the event? You can bid from the comfort of your home or on the go, even if you can't join us at the event!

Find the auction on our event page: https://onecau.se/_f3s681

Thank you to RockABILITY 2026's Diamond Level Sponsor! Thank you Microsoft for powering inclusion and creating meaningfu...
04/13/2026

Thank you to RockABILITY 2026's Diamond Level Sponsor! Thank you Microsoft for powering inclusion and creating meaningful days through this inspiring support.

Awesome news! 📢 The Lincoln Square Farmers Market is back at its old location after 2 years, and Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe ...
04/08/2026

Awesome news! 📢 The Lincoln Square Farmers Market is back at its old location after 2 years, and Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe and Barley's Biscuits will be there with all our local vendor friends! We'll see you Tuesday mornings starting May 5th, 7:00am-12:00pm.

Hey folks! After 2 seasons away, the Lincoln Square Farmers Market returns to 2301 W Leland AKA the city lot at Lincoln and Leland adjacent to the Western Brown Line Station.

Tuesday markets run 7am- noon beginning May 5.
Thursday markets run 3pm - 7pm beginning May 7.

Visit lincolnsquare.org and click "Join Our Email List" to sign up for the market’s weekly newsletter to receive details on pop up vendors, cooking demos, recipe inspirations and more throughout the season! We can’t wait!!!

🌟 Thank you to our Multi-Platinum Sponsors for RockABILITY! 🌟Your leadership and generosity help Gateway to Learning sup...
04/02/2026

🌟 Thank you to our Multi-Platinum Sponsors for RockABILITY! 🌟

Your leadership and generosity help Gateway to Learning support equal opportunities, rock abilities, and power inclusion for adults with IDD. We are grateful for your partnership and impact. 💙🎸

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