As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we highlight the work done by Chicago’s growing Latino community.
Robert Renteria has made it his mission to get kids to move away from gangs and look to education.
How did he do it? Growing up in one of the worst neighborhoods in the country to become a top business man? His story is inspiring kids who are looking at his words on paper to find a better path.
Read MoreJim Oberweis recently donated 1,000 copies of author Robert Renteria's Barrio books to Chicago schools, Renterias' publicist announced today. Barrio books inspire, motivate, and teach at-risk youth how to make better choices. Renteria addresses youth issues through his book series and school-based and faith-based curricula.
"Mr. Renteria remains our only author to develop anti-violence and youth initiatives," stated his publicist, Fran Briggs. "He continues to be recognized for his effectiveness to transcend culture by reaching youth from different backgrounds. To date, more than 200,000 students from 23 countries have received his curriculum."
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