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Local School Councils (LSCs)

In the city of Chicago, Local School Councils serve as a governing body for each district-managed school in CPS. LSCs help to propel our schools forward by inviting valuable collaboration from parents, community members, students and staff.

Great News! The LSC Reference Guide is now available. One-pagers have also been added for an at-a-glance synopsis of our training modules. In addition, we've added one pagers on the following topics: The Open Meetings Act, LSC Committees, and Robert's Rules of Order. A Spanish version to come soon.

About Local School Councils

Comprised of parents, community, educational, and student members, LSCs serve as an important vehicle for participatory democracy, providing a wide variety of stakeholders an opportunity to make important decisions about how students in their communities will be educated. 

Local School Councils are responsible for:

  • Approving the school based academic plan (CIWP)
  • Approving the alignment of budgetary resources to the CIWP
  • Engaging in the annual evaluation of contract principal’s professional practices
  • Selecting or renewing contract principals

How LSCs Make a Difference

Serving on a LSC provides a unique opportunity to become engaged in your school community and play an active role in making decisions affecting your school. LSCs are critical to ensuring positive student outcomes and a dynamic school environment. Interested in learning more? Watch our video featuring LSC members.

 

How LSCs Make a Difference

Serving on a LSC provides a unique opportunity to become engaged in your school community and play an active role in making decisions affecting your school. LSCs are critical to ensuring positive student outcomes and a dynamic school environment. Interested in learning more? Watch our video featuring LSC members.

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Fill an Open Seat on Your LSC

Your Local School Council needs your support. We are looking for parents, community members, educators, and students to fill open LSC seats for the 2022-24 term of office and help shape the future of our district. Learn more about LSC opportunities in your area and apply today.

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LSC Members Map

Use this map to view current LSC members by school and find information about open LSC seats in your area. Learn more about applying for open seats at our LSC Vacancies webpage.

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LSC Elections Map

Use the map below to view LSC candidates and check your voting eligibility during election periods. Learn more about LSC elections at our elections page.

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Office of Local School Council Relations

773-553-1400

773-553-1402 (Fax)

Garfield Park Office
2651 W. Washington Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60612