your child's first educational experience in one of Chicago's most dynamic neighborhoods

Sonnets Academy - West Loop has deep roots in its community having been part of the neighborhood for just over 10 years. It has its very own large, private outdoor play yard with a children’s garden-scape. Walking field trips and playtime our students go to the Mary Barteleme Park. It offers a large children's play area, an open field for gross motor play and a fountain plaza for hot days. With 16 classrooms, the school also has an indoor gym on both floors for daily gross motor time if the weather doesn’t permit outdoor play.

TAMEKA ray, M.A.ED. 

Director, West Loop

Tameka Hughes started her early childhood mission in a toddler’s classroom and she knew it was her calling. Moving from teacher to assistant director to director, Tameka is well versed in all facets of an early learning environment. She holds a masters degree in Early Childhood Education/Curriculum Studies, along with post graduate studies in organizational leadership and applied behavioral analysis studies. Tameka has just over 16 years of experience teaching in and leading early learning facilities, both public and private.

Tameka has been with Sonnets Academy for over 7 years. During her educational leadership journey, she regularly partners with teachers and company leaders on classroom management, lesson planning and assessments. Her passion for making sure parents feel that school is an extension of the home is something that continues to motivate her.

In addition to organization and leadership skills, Tameka has taken a particular interest in curriculum that allows the inherent creativity and intelligence of children to emerge through purposeful play and active teacher involvement. She has a strong commitment to education and social emotional development in our early childhood community.