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LeBron James Opens His I PROMISE School

29 July 2018
The I PROMISE School, a brand new public school in Akron established by the LeBron James Family Foundation and Akron Public Schools, is open its doors for an historic first day of school with its inaugural class of 240 I PROMISE students.
· 31 Jul 2018

So what’s next for ? He’s going over the details of his Institute, opening in September for his future Promise Prospects at 🙌 – At The University of Akron

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· 29 Jul 2018

The jitters before the first day of school are real right now!!! Tomorrow is going to be one of the greatest moments (if not the greatest) of my life when we open the School. This skinny kid from Akron who missed 83 days of school in the 4th grade had big dreams...

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· 29 Jul 2018

big dreams for the kids in Akron to give them everything they could need to find their passion, give back to our community and change the world!! This school is that. The people are that. Akron is that. we've always done it big

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· 29 Jul 2018

and it doesn't get bigger than opening day tomorrow (until the next thing we dream of 🤣) I'm so unbelievably proud and excited to see my kids, my home, and the 330 tomorrow. THANK YOU! Let's get it. Let’s go 💪🏾

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· 30 Jul 2018

LeBron James () tells that he is "excited and truly humbled and blessed" to open his 'I Promise' elementary school for at-risk children in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.

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· 30 Jul 2018

wants the next great police officer, politician, musician and other greats to come from his I Promise School, which opened today. Catch our exclusive interview with him soon on @ohiodotcom

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· 30 Jul 2018

A kid from Akron. A promise kept.

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· 31 Jul 2018

. and I are so proud of and . Kids in Akron and across the US are lucky to have you as a role model on and off the court. Keep using your platform for good and giving our kids a chance to shoot for the stars. 🌟🏀

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· 31 Jul 2018

To you & THANK YOU!!! 🙏🏾

. and I are so proud of and . Kids in Akron and across the US are lucky to have you as a role model on and off the court. Keep using your platform for good and giving our kids a chance to shoot for the stars. 🌟🏀
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· 30 Jul 2018

. opens a school for at-risk students in Ohio. “We just want everything for them. Everything and more. So it's going to mean a lot to me.” More tomorrow on !

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· 30 Jul 2018

. tells how his dream to open a school got started, with mentors paving the way.

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· 30 Jul 2018

Pictures of LeBron James’ I Promise School, which opened in Akron, Ohio today.

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· 30 Jul 2018

LeBron’s legacy is so much greater than basketball. He is changing lives. The fact that he’s somehow managed to be a better person than a basketball player is nothing short of amazing

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· 30 Jul 2018

See how Upper Deck and the are teaming up on a great fundraiser where you can score a game-used shoe with proceeds going to the school! Details here:

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· 30 Jul 2018

"Know no matter if I'm playing in Los Angeles or not, Akron, Ohio is always home for me. Always." - at the opening of his School

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· 30 Jul 2018

Set up here at the I Promise School awaiting LeBron James' entrance. In a word: wow. Everyone involved in this effort should be proud.

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· 30 Jul 2018

LeBron James sits down with WKYC's Amani Abraham to talk new school, basketball future

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· 30 Jul 2018

. CONGRATULATIONS my brother!!! You are a man of your word! Proud of you for chasing your dreams and in turn, giving the opportunity to hundreds of kids to realize theirs. ✊🏾

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· 30 Jul 2018

dream of opening a school in his hometown is now a reality🙌. 👀 LeBron on NBA TV at 3:30 pm/EST as he discusses the opening of 👏

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· 30 Jul 2018

A dream come true for LeBron James and his foundation: The I Promise School for at-risk students in Akron opens today with plan to transform lives of students and parents:

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· 30 Jul 2018

Our School Staff are gathering all around the school to greet kids as they arrive for the 1️⃣st day at 9am!

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· 30 Jul 2018

Stage is set for an awe-inspiring first day at LeBron’s I Promise School

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· 30 Jul 2018

Students are making their way to their new classrooms where they have some attire waiting for them 😍👕

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· 30 Jul 2018

114 pairs of game-worn shoes from in the lobby 👀🔥

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· 8 Jun 2018

“I can’t wait until people really talk about how he changed a community and he helped create a model that has saved so many kids.” I spent yesterday in Akron with a family LeBron James helped and the women working to open the I Promise School:

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· 28 Jul 2018

I see you! Our community will be changed forever because of you!I’m so humbled and appreciative that you chose to be on this journey. Cant wait to see you Monday! 🚀

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