Chicago Public Schools
Celebrating Black History Month
For Black History Month and all year long, Chicago Public Schools is honoring its history makers, leaders, and influential personalities from its past and present to learn more about how their achievements and contributions have shaped Chicago's Black History and the world we live in today.
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Join Your Local School Council
Your Local School Council (LSC) needs your support. Apply to fill an open seat on your LSC as a parent, staff member, student, or community member and make a difference at your school.
Guidance and Resources Regarding New Presidential Administration
View important information regarding the potential impact of the incoming presidential administration on CPS school communities.
Take the School Food Survey
It's time to make your mark on your school menu! The 2025 CPS School Food Survey is an opportunity for students and parents to share opinions about their school meal program and preferences about meal offerings. Results will help inform future school meal offerings.
Follow Labor Updates
We're working to keep CPS staff and families updated on the progress of ongoing negotiations between CPS and our labor partners at the Chicago Teachers Union. Visit the Labor Updates page to learn more about the negotiations and monitor the progress that is being made.
Drake's Closet at Drake Elementary
Back to School 2024-25
End of the School Year - 2024
2024 Graduates
Meet CPS' Honorary Student Board Member
Do STEM with CPS
Student Voice Leadership Summit
CPS Class of 2023 Earns Record-Breaking $2 billion in Scholarships
CPS Blogs
12 February 2025
Getting to Know an Outstanding School Counselor from Pickard Elementary School
12 February 2025
Building an Effective Instructional Leadership Team
06 February 2025
Helping Students Develop a Deep Sense of Belonging
Community Updates
17 February 2025
Important Update Regarding This Week’s Weather Forecast
In a letter to families, CPS provides important information about upcoming cold temperatures.
14 February 2025
End of Week Message: So Much to Celebrate in February!
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Martinez highlights District priorities during February.
11 February 2025
Guidance and Resources for Protecting LGBTQ+ Students and Staff
In a letter to families, CPS leadership provides guidance and resources for protecting LGBTQ+ students and staff.
11 February 2025
Share Your Thoughts on the Food at Your Child’s School
In a letter to families, CPS encourages completing the annual School Food Survey.
07 February 2025
End of Week Message: Celebrating the Impact of School Counselors
In a community letter, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez celebrates our school counselors.
A District on the Rise
Since 2001, CPS’ four-year high school graduation rate has more than doubled, reaching a new record high in 2024. This progress made over such a short period of time has transformed the lives of countless graduates, and is a testament to what can be accomplished when students are centered in everything.
84.1%
2024 Four-Year Graduation Rate
Five-Year Strategic Plan
Our five-year strategic plan is the start of a new journey for our city’s children—a journey through which they will have the tools, resources, and support they need to excel both in and out of the classroom.
School Profile Search
Explore the unique identities and characteristics of the schools that make up our District. As you browse our school profiles, you may notice that a lot has changed. We’ve made major updates to the information in the profiles to support CPS’ new approach to school practices and student outcomes. See what’s new.
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