STUDENTS | March 15, 2019
Hundreds of Students Gather for Young Men of Color Summit
Nearly 700 African American and Latino male high school students gathered at Chicago State University for the 6th Annual Young Men of Color Summit.
SCHOOLS | March 11, 2019
Community is ‘Heart’ of New Bronzeville Classical School
SCHOOLS | February 28, 2019
Lindblom’s All Time Leading Scorer, and Dean, Retires Jersey
SCHOOLS | October 31, 2018
Meet Louie, Southside Occupational Academy’s Therapy Dog [VIDEO]
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Trending Posts
DISTRICT | March 19, 2019
Largest One-Time Academic Program Expansion in CPS History
At Chicago Public Schools (CPS), our collective goal is to provide every student in every neighborhood with a rigorous, well-rounded education that prepares them for success […]
STUDENTS | February 27, 2019
Jones College Prep Storyteller Shares Award-Winning Story
Jones College Prep sophomore, Owen Charles, shares a snippet of his award-winning story about his grandfather’s migration to the North.
DISTRICT | February 13, 2019
Celebrating Our Educators: Valentine’s Day Appreciation Toolkit
Join us in celebrating our educators on Valentine’s Day!
STUDENTS | January 28, 2019
Students Learn to Code with ‘Dance Party’
Students at Bowen High School kicked off Computer Science Education Week by participating in The Hour of Code.
SCHOOLS | March 11, 2019
Community is ‘Heart’ of New Bronzeville Classical School
SCHOOLS | February 28, 2019
Lindblom’s All Time Leading Scorer, and Dean, Retires Jersey
SCHOOLS | October 31, 2018
Meet Louie, Southside Occupational Academy’s Therapy Dog [VIDEO]
Trending Posts
Students
STUDENTS | March 15, 2019
Hundreds of Students Gather for Young Men of Color Summit
Nearly 700 African American and Latino male high school students gathered at Chicago State University for the 6th Annual Young Men of Color Summit.
STUDENTS | February 27, 2019
Jones College Prep Storyteller Shares Award-Winning Story
Jones College Prep sophomore, Owen Charles, shares a snippet of his award-winning story about his grandfather’s migration to the North.
STUDENTS | January 28, 2019
Students Learn to Code with ‘Dance Party’
Students at Bowen High School kicked off Computer Science Education Week by participating in The Hour of Code.
STUDENTS | January 10, 2019
Meet this CPS National Figure Roller Skating Champ
Butler College Prep junior, and his partner Samantha, competed in the National Figure Roller Skating Competition, where they placed first.
STUDENTS | December 10, 2018
Seniors First in District to Graduate Early with Associate Degree
Goode Academy seniors, Devin Thomas and Cheyenne Henry, will graduate early with their associate degree.
STUDENTS | November 9, 2018
Senior Collects 300 Turkeys, and Counting, For Community
Senior, Isabella Garcia, will host her third annual turkey giveaway.
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STUDENTS | November 6, 2018
Whitney Young HS Powerlifter Sets National Record [VIDEO]
Senior GiHo Jeong shares how he got on the powerlifting path.
STUDENTS | September 12, 2018
Westinghouse Student, Paschen Scholar Talks Love for Math
We sat down with the future engineer to discuss her biggest influencers and her hopes and dreams for women in STEM.
STUDENTS | August 21, 2018
First Generation College Student, Lands Scholarship, Talks IB
Morgan Park grad, Christian Bradford, says his IB Programme experience prepared him for college.
STUDENTS | August 9, 2018
Nearly 200 Students Showcase App Prototypes At Apple; One Summer Chicago
Nearly 200 other students showcased their app prototypes at Apple.
STUDENTS | August 7, 2018
Teen To Launch ‘Legendary Cosmetics’ Line For ‘All’ Complexions
At a young age, Jah’Kaya Tekhen says she knew she was destined to have her own business.
STUDENTS | August 4, 2018
Have You Met These CPS’ Young Entrepreneurs?
Meet the young entrepreneurs shaping the future of business.
Schools
SCHOOLS | March 11, 2019
Community is ‘Heart’ of New Bronzeville Classical School
Bronzeville Classical School partnered with the community to host their first school-wide community service project.
SCHOOLS | February 28, 2019
Lindblom’s All Time Leading Scorer, and Dean, Retires Jersey
Shohn Williams shares his journey from basketball to education.
SCHOOLS | February 20, 2019
Meet the Principal who’s Recruiting Men of Color to Pursue Teaching Careers
Principal Chris Goins teaches a new class that exposes men of color to educational careers.
SCHOOLS | January 10, 2019
Fulbright Winner Hopes to Inspire More Teachers to Travel
Fulbright winner and North Lawndale College Prep teacher, Nathan Ramin, spent time abroad in New Zealand.
SCHOOLS | December 10, 2018
Fulbright Winner Recaps Africa Excursion
South Shore teacher, Scenecia Curtis, discussed her 14 years of teaching, her time in Africa, and how she hopes to inspire the next generation.
SCHOOLS | November 27, 2018
Jones College Prep Counselor Named ‘School Counselor of the Year’
Brian Coleman was one of six finalists, nationwide, who were nominated.
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SCHOOLS | October 31, 2018
Meet Louie, Southside Occupational Academy’s Therapy Dog [VIDEO]
The school’s mini-goldendoodle teaches students independence and creates a calming effect for students with behavioral disorders.
SCHOOLS | October 24, 2018
Curie High School offers New Classes for Students
New this year is an intro to engineering design class and a personal and professionals skills class.
SCHOOLS | October 19, 2018
Dawes Elementary Students Embrace Kindness for Challenge
Dawes Elementary students and teachers discuss the difference being kind made inside and outside of the classroom.
SCHOOLS | October 10, 2018
Principal Appreciation Week: Meet Michele Clark’s Principal
Principal Charles Anderson says he pushes students to have faith and integrity, to sacrifice, be leaders, and leave a legacy.
SCHOOLS | September 24, 2018
Brooks Teacher Lands Fulbright; Will Travel to the Netherlands
As a Fulbright recipient, a Brooks High School math and science teacher will travel to the Netherlands in January.
SCHOOLS | August 24, 2018
CPS Chefs Visit Rooftop Farm, Hope To Inspire Healthy Eating
A group of culinary instructors from across the district gathered on an organic rooftop to learn about connecting schools to organic farming.
District
DISTRICT | March 19, 2019
Largest One-Time Academic Program Expansion in CPS History
At Chicago Public Schools (CPS), our collective goal is to provide every student in every neighborhood with a rigorous, well-rounded education that prepares them for success […]
DISTRICT | February 22, 2019
African American History Month: Educators Share their ‘Why’
They were ask what inspired them to pursue education and what impact they hope to have on students.
DISTRICT | February 13, 2019
Celebrating Our Educators: Valentine’s Day Appreciation Toolkit
Join us in celebrating our educators on Valentine’s Day!
DISTRICT | January 23, 2019
What’s Your Vision for Chicago Public Schools?
As an educator, I am proud of our gains, and I am clear on the dedication, hard work, and focus required to achieve them.
DISTRICT | January 9, 2019
Students Earn More Capstone Diplomas than any Other District
We are expanding the Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone program to six additional high schools in the 2019-2020 school year.
DISTRICT | December 6, 2018
What’s So Great About Aspen?
It’s our new mobile-friendly, integrated Student Information System launching this spring.
DISTRICT | November 6, 2018
Englewood Gets First Early College STEM School
Englewood STEM High School will open for the 2019-2020 school year.
DISTRICT | October 9, 2018
Celebrating Our Principals: Principal Appreciation Week 2018
Join us in celebrating our amazing principals during Principal Appreciation Week!
DISTRICT | September 28, 2018
Students Gain Lifelong Skills in Nation’s Largest IB Network
The rigorous two year programme is for high achieving students grades 11th and 12th.
DISTRICT | September 25, 2018
Here’s the Short Version of How Our Budget Works
The Resident’s Guide to the Budget is an additional resource for community members.
DISTRICT | September 18, 2018
Why Addressing Race and Equity Matters to Me?
CEO Janice Jackson gives her take on race and equity in schools and why it matters.
DISTRICT | September 11, 2018
Check Out This Record-Breaking Progress
The CPS Academic Report Card shows that students from across Chicago are making record-breaking progress.
Sports
SPORTS | November 6, 2018
Whitney Young HS Powerlifter Sets National Record [VIDEO]
Senior GiHo Jeong shares how he got on the powerlifting path.
SPORTS | March 30, 2018
Brooks HS Freshman, Kayla Gant, Named New Girls Varsity Shot Put Champ
New to the sport, freshman Kayla Gant, earned first place in the Girls Varsity Indoor Shot Put Championship
SPORTS | March 28, 2018
Q&A With The Living Legend: Marshall HS Girls Basketball Coach Dorothy Gaters
Marshall HS Coach Dorothy Gaters discusses her legacy, what pushes her and her greatest life learned lesson in her over 30 years of coaching.
SPORTS | March 20, 2018
Kelly HS Wrestler, Mayra Morales, Named 2018 State Champ
Mayra Morales, a junior, is the new 2018 State Wrestling Champion. She has been competing for three years.
SPORTS | March 9, 2018
Meet Solorio’s Only Female Wrestler
Melissa De La Garza is the only female on Solorio Academy High School’s wrestling team and the second in school history.
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SPORTS | February 26, 2018
Marshall Girls Basketball Team New State Champs [Photos]
Marshall High School held a rally Monday to celebrate Saturday’s win. The team is the new 2018 Class 2A Girls Basketball Champions.
SPORTS | February 10, 2016
Hall of Fame Coach Comes Home
Following Super Bowl 50, acclaimed NFL players and coaches are honoring the schools that put them on the path to greatness.
SPORTS | January 7, 2016
Remembering the Trip of a Lifetime
Kelly High School’s band brought in the New Year at the 2015 Sugar Bowl.
SPORTS | December 4, 2015
The Pride of Bronzeville: Phillips Wildcats Make CPS History
The Wildcats of Wendell Phillips High School brought CPS its first-ever State football title.