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24 February 2020

Celebrating Excellence | Celebrando la excelencia

A wax museum is a fun, interactive way for students to learn about prominent African American leaders and their vast range of contributions.

21 February 2020

District Testing Action Plan

As a district, we’re committed to fostering a strong learning environment that prepares students for academic success. 

20 February 2020

Rising by Lifting Others | Avanzamos cuando ayudamos a los demás

Mirlene Dossous believes her grandfather was the catalyst for her career in community organizing.

19 February 2020

Keeping the Doors Open | Manteniendo las puertas abiertas

Even though his role has expanded over the years, Les always returns to the foundations of his job: working with parents one-on-one to solve problems.

18 February 2020

Facing Forward | Mirando hacia adelante

When Cristina Carreto reflects on her career with CPS, she often thinks about Martita, a Pilsen parent she met back when she was just starting out.

13 February 2020

Putting in the Work | Trabajando arduamente

Principal Geverola is always giving 150 percent—no matter if that’s through connecting with a student, coaching her staff, or observing classrooms.

12 February 2020

The Wrestler | La luchadora

Esmeralda D., a freshman at Eric Solorio Academy High School on Chicago’s Southwest Side, doesn’t shy away from the challenging realities of being a female wrestler.

11 February 2020

The Spartan Mentality | La mentalidad espartana

New Sullivan's undefeated boys basketball team attributes their victory streak to their dedication and teamwork.

06 February 2020

Staying in Place | Permaneciendo en su lugar

Raised in the North Lawndale neighborhood, Michael Bryant now teaches at Lawndale Community Academy, sharing the importance and value of education.

05 February 2020

Celebrating Our Counselors: National School Counseling Week 2020

February 3 begins National School Counseling Week. A celebration of school counselors for the hard work they do every day.

04 February 2020

Discovering Your Heroes | Descubriendo tus héroes

“What would Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision be for America in 2020?” Though it’s a question that could prompt hours upon hours of discussion, fourth- and fifth-grade students at Mildred I. Lavizzo Elementary were invited to tackle it in a small yet powerful way: a five-minute speech.

30 January 2020

The Commitment of a Lifetime | El compromiso de toda una vida

Dr. Karen Saffold has championed academic growth throughout CPS for over thirty years.