Alderman JoAnn Thompson, 16th Ward, WGCI radio personality, UB Rodriguez and Ombudsman Chicago students celebrate the official grand opening of Ombudsman Chicago’s South Side Options School during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the school (6057 S. Western Avenue) on October 9. Ombudsman Chicago offers teens a second chance at achieving academic success and building a bright future as they work toward earning a CPS diploma. Ombudsman offers open enrollment throughout the school year and is currently accepting applications at all three of its Chicago Options Schools. To enroll, visit www.ChicagoDiploma.com.

WGCI radio personality, UB Rodriguez (left), Principal Conrad Timbers-Ausar (right) and Ombudsman students celebrate the October 9 grand opening of Ombudsman Chicago’s South Side Options School (6057 S. Western Avenue). Ombudsman Chicago offers teens a second chance at achieving academic success and building a bright future as they work toward earning a CPS diploma. Ombudsman offers open enrollment throughout the school year and is currently accepting applications at all three of its Chicago Options Schools. To enroll, visit www.ChicagoDiploma.com.