New all-girls prep academy empowers future leaders

A new all-girls prep school is making waves in Illinois. Example Academy, founded by Barry Bradford, is the state's first national preparatory academy focused entirely on young women, blending academics, athletics, and leadership training.

"We're building more than students, we're building leaders," Bradford said in a segment on WLS ABC7.

Student Shania James says the Academy has helped her grow both in the classroom and on the court. "It's made me more confident," she said.

Bradford encourages families and sponsors to get involved, adding, "This is about giving girls the space to dream big and lead bold."