Chicago Public Schools
Winter Break Starts December 23
All CPS students and teachers will be on winter break from December 23 through January 3. All CPS offices will be closed from December 25 through January 1.
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Safe Haven Sites For Winter Break
Safe Haven sites offer secure spaces where students can engage in recreational and academic activities over winter break. Safe Haven programs are available across the city and meals are provided at all locations. Hours of operation may vary by site.
CPS Continues Record-Breaking Growth
We're excited to share that CPS has set new records in graduation rate and scholarship dollars, while literacy gains have continued to rise. Read a letter from our leadership to learn more about the achievements of our students and the progress our District has made in the last year.
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.
Happy Holidays from CPS
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 December 2024
Meet One of Our Exceptional Middle School Math Teachers
12 December 2024
One Teacher’s Creative Way of Enhancing an After-School Club
Community Updates
21 December 2024
An Important Message from CEO Martinez
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez provides an important update.
20 December 2024
Guidance and Resources for Families Regarding New Presidential Administration
In a letter to families, CPS and CTU leadership share important guidance and resources.
20 December 2024
End of Week Message: Wishing Everyone a Safe and Joyful Holiday Season
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez highlights holiday events from across the District.
18 December 2024
CPS/CTU Negotiation Update
In a letter to families, CPS leadership provides an update on contract negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union.
18 December 2024
Update on the Safety Measures in Place at Chicago Public Schools
In a letter to families, CPS leadership provides information about its safety protocols in light of a tragic situation in Wisconsin.
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.
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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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