Celebrating and Affirming Diversity at CPS
The Galaxy Summit is an annual event designed to create an affirming space for all to learn about and celebrate the galaxies of gender, sexuality and love that exist in our communities.
The Summit is intended to create a safe space for students to learn about the diversity of the CPS community while participating in fun, educational activities and getting to know their peers from across Chicago. The day-long event will include student- and staff-led workshops, performances, art projects, community building, and speakers.
The Galaxy Summit is hosted by the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness. To learn more, review the information below or view the event registration packet [ ENGLISH | SPANISH ]
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WhenSaturday, March 2, 20249 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
WhereMalcolm X Conference Center1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612 |
WhoCPS students from 5th grade through 12th grade and CPS staff members |
Questions?Email galaxysummit@cps.edu |
Register for the Galaxy Summit
To attend for the Galaxy Summit, submit the Registration Form linked below. Registration closes on February 2, 2024. After registering, you will receive via email:
- A digital Caregiver Consent Form that must be completed by February 16, 2024 to attend the event. If you would prefer, you may submit a hard copy of the consent form [ ENGLISH | SPANISH ].
- A Transportation Form to request pickup by bus or CTA card at no cost. The Transportation From will be distributed on February 5, 2024 and is due February 9, 2024.
Registration Timeline
January 10, 2024
February 2, 2024
February 5, 2024
February 9, 2024
February 16, 2024
March 2, 2024
Event Programming
Workshops
Student Panel
Resource Fair
Food
Education and Advocacy
Explore the intersection between education, activism, and social justice in Chicago. Students will learn about standing up for what they believe in and empowering those around them to do the same. Workshops that fall under this theme include disability justice, student activism, and LGBTQ+ history.
Support
Learn about navigating both the joys and challenges associated with growing up. Students will develop strategies for prioritizing self-care and helping their peers. Workshops that fall under this theme include self-care, mental health, sharing identities, and nature and healing.
Community Building
Embrace opportunities to build relationships with other students from across the District. Students will participate in activities such as games, dancing, and art. Workshops that fall under this theme include dance and movement, arts and crafts, gaming, and anime.
Transportation to the Summit
School Buses
CPS will provide transportation using school buses that will pick up and drop off students at select CPS schools across the city. Buses will leave each location between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. and are expected to arrive at the Malcolm X Conference Center between 8:15 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. The buses will depart Malcolm X Conference Center around 4:00 p.m. and arrive back at their original school location between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)
If a student is taking the CTA or being driven to the Summit, they are encouraged to arrive between 8:15-8:45 a.m. Malcolm X College is accessible via several transit routes:
- CTA Blue Line, Illinois Medical District stop
- CTA Bus #157
- CTA Bus #126
- CTA Bus #50
For specific information regarding bus times, train stops, and arrivals, please visit ctabustracker.com for buses and transitchicago.com/traintracker for trains. The District is providing CTA fare for students who need it.