I Promise
An intimate look inside the highs and lows of year one at LeBron James’ I Promise School, serving the most at-risk students and families in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
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Season 1
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1
E1
I Promise
LeBron James brings his vision to life with the opening of the I Promise school. For the students, a new school year brings about new hopes and dreams.
Apr 6, 2020 -
2
E2
We Are Family
I Promise faculty share their community approach: making sure students learn, eat well, and helping parents get their GEDs.
Apr 6, 2020 -
3
E3
Trust
Bonds are formed and trust established in the “I Promise” circle: a place where students can share and learn about their feelings.
Apr 6, 2020 -
4
E4
Misfits
Third-grader Dae’Shaunna and other students struggle to learn while coping with traumatic home lives.
Apr 7, 2020 -
5
E5
Honeymoon's Over
For the faculty, the realities of dealing with students suffering from trauma hits hard.
Apr 8, 2020 -
6
E6
It Starts With Us
The fall test is here. For the faculty, that means providing support to the anxious students.
Apr 9, 2020 -
7
E7
Focus
The poor fall test results forces the I Promise teachers to change their approach to reading.
Apr 10, 2020 -
8
E8
Got Your Back
When fourth-grader Vincent becomes a bullying target, the other students come together to defend him.
Apr 13, 2020 -
9
E9
Stories Like These
As Nate and Scout make immense progress in school, the students embark on their first field trip.
Apr 14, 2020 -
10
E10
I'm Famous
As a reward for their hard work, the students are treated to a surprise guest: LeBron.
Apr 15, 2020 -
11
E11
Training Camp
When at-home suspension presents more problems than solutions, the school devises an in-house alternative for misbehaving students.
Apr 16, 2020 -
12
E12
Red Zone
To encourage students to take charge of their emotions, the school teaches them mood-regulating techniques.
Apr 17, 2020 -
13
E13
The Test
Spring test day has arrived. And the students of I Promise are ready. But how will they fare this time?
Apr 20, 2020 -
14
E14
Moving Up
Apr 21, 2020 -
15
E15
Last Day
Apr 22, 2020