New Plan Learning

Education is built on people, passion, and community. Today, we reflect on the leaders and educators who keep pushing forward for students every day.

Martin Luther King Jr. understood that classrooms shape the future. Charter schools honor that legacy by building learning environments rooted in opportunity, access, and purpose.

A look back at one of our favorite completed spaces. Seeing students thrive in environments designed for them never gets old.

Every project starts with people. We’re grateful for the architects, contractors, educators, and partners who make school spaces stronger every day.

Facility Tip for School Leaders: Always evaluate how a space will operate five years from now, not just on opening day. Enrollment growth, staffing needs, and program expansion should all be part of early facility conversations.

New year. New goals. New possibilities for schools and students. We’re excited to see what charter leaders are building in 2026 and proud to support the spaces where learning happens.

As schools begin their winter break, we would like to wish you a restful and peaceful holiday season.

Thank you to the school leaders, teachers, and partners who worked so hard in 2025 to support students and communities. We are honored to play a small part in your work.

Happy holidays from the New Plan Learning team.

Charter school leaders, this one is for you.
New Plan Learning and Charter School Finance and Development are hosting Beyond the Bell: Charter Leaders’ Night Out on December 19 at Goose Island Golf Club. Join us for a stress-free evening with catered food, indoor golf, and space to connect, reflect, and celebrate your hard work this year.

This event is free and designed exclusively for charter school leaders.

A special thank you to the Illinois Network of Charter Schools for partnering with us to make this gathering possible.

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/JnoTSK8RaRgsqxe3A

Today we pause to give thanks for the incredible charter school leaders, teachers, partners, and families who inspire our work every day. Your dedication to creating learning environments where students can grow, explore, and thrive is the reason we do what we do.

From all of us at New Plan Learning, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful and restful Thanksgiving. We are grateful for this community and the impact we make together.

Happy Thanksgiving from the NPL family.

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, integrity, and dedication. 🇺🇸

Your service and sacrifice remind us of the values that strengthen our communities—commitment, perseverance, and unity.

From all of us at New Plan Learning, thank you for your service.

☀️ Hello Orlando! The NPL team is live at Booth 213—stop by, and chat with us about how we can support your school’s future.