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10 May 2018

Solorio’s P.E. Teacher Creates Inclusive Environment

Solorio High School’s head football coach and physical education teacher ensures that his classes are inclusive environments that value diversity.

09 May 2018

Lindblom’s Librarian Pushes Students To Do More Than Read

Gina Caneva doesn’t fit the tired stereotype of the high school librarian.

08 May 2018

Hoyne Elementary Teacher Continues Legacy

Nicole Smith-Franklin said she felt called to teach.

04 May 2018

CPS Students Prepare International Foods; ‘Passport On A Plate’ Exhibition

Students prepared dishes from Egypt, Cuba, Belgium and more at the 10th Annual Career and Technical Education Culinary Capstone event.

04 May 2018

An Invitation to Talk - Una invitación para hablar

I’m pleased to invite you to participate in a series of town hall meetings we’ll be holding this month to listen to your thoughts and priorities, as well as open new lines of communication about how Chicago Public Schools can best support you and your family.

03 May 2018

Eighth-Graders At Moos Introduce ‘Book Buddies’ To Students

Reading time has become even more fun and intimate for students at Moos Elementary School thanks to their Book Buddies Program.

02 May 2018

CPS Students Compete Against Chicago Police Officers In Chess Challenge

CPS students from more than 40 schools challenged Chicago Police officers to a game of chess at the first Cops & Kids Culminating Chess Challenge on Wednesday.

26 April 2018

Morgan Park HS Students Form ‘EmpoWEered’ To Give Back

Morgan Park freshmen have been creating care packages and making sandwiches for the homeless for National Volunteer Week.

16 April 2018

Walsh Elementary Students Practice Sustainability, Make Paper

There’s no wasting paper for one group of elementary school students at Walsh Elementary in Pilsen.

10 April 2018

Chicago Students Continue to Make Progress

NAEP results show that CPS remains one of the fastest-improving districts in the country.

06 April 2018

Michele Clark HS Alum Brings Dance To Brown Academy

Through the Joffrey Ballet, Dani Jo Williams teaches dance styles ranging from ballet to African-style moves at Brown.

05 April 2018

Oglesby Elementary Brings New Ballroom Dancing Class To Students

Fourth and fifth grade students have been learning the merengue, tango, swing, salsa and the waltz during the day.