LeBron James’ I PROMISE School marks major milestone in Akron as charity celebrates teachers ahead of NBA star’s final season

LeBron James, the four time NBA champion, is gearing up for his last season in the league after playing for two decades. While LeBron James has remained committed to his career, the star player has also remained passionate about giving back to Akron. Days ahead of the new season, LeBron James’ foundation’s education wing has now marked a major milestone.LeBron James’ I PROMISE School makes an update about their community ahead of the new seasonA few hours ago, the former Los Angeles Lakers’ icon star player’s foundation’s education wing, the I PROMISE School, has shared an update.LeBron James’ I PROMISE School posted, “Happy World Teachers’ Day! Today, we celebrate the teachers who show up, believe big and remind our students that there is no limit to what they can become. You see their potential, celebrate every milestone and continue to pour into them day after day. At IPS, we know it takes a village.”The post added, “Our teachers are an important part of that village helping our students grow, dream bigger and break barriers along the way. To our IPS teachers, thank you for believing in our kids & loving them like family. We are so grateful for you. 🍎💚”The I PROMISE School’s social media update about the institution’s teachers has now made many emotional.Set up in 2016, LeBron James’ I PROMISE School has focused on educating thousands of children across Akron.I PROMISE School has also helped in providing access to children coming from underprivileged families in Akron.LeBron James opens up how the I PROMISE School has continued to serve students and be there for them in AkronIn an interview with PEOPLE, the four time NBA champion, LeBron James had opened up about I PROMISE School’s impact in Akron as he said, “A lot of what we do at I Promise School is based on our experience and that’s what makes the connection so real.”The Philadelphia 76ers’ star player added, “We have a mutual understanding of each other and what we’re going through, and I think that gives us all the drive we need to succeed for one another.”LeBron James further reflected on how his foundation has tried to help more and more children in Akron as he said, “We’re also delivering meals to homes, making sure our kids have the tools they need for online learning, just anything we can do to help during this time, which we know is particularly challenging for the families in our program,” he explains.For now, all eyes remain on LeBron James as he gears up for his final season on the court with the Philadelphia 76ers, as many remain excited about his performance.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.