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ACERO - SANTIAGO

2510 W CORTEZ St, Chicago, Illinois 60622

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School Overview

Each CPS school is a dynamic and vibrant learning community with so many different ways students can thrive. We’re so happy to share all the great things that make our school a great place to learn!

A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

Santiago, which opened in 2011, serves more than 230 students from kindergarten to eighth grade. Santiago has established itself as a top performing elementary school in Chicago with reading and math growth and achievement scores consistently exceeding the national average. 

Santiago empowers students by putting them at the center of their learning and equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to grow and achieve and love learning. They personalize student learning by employing primarily small group instruction, flexible and fluid multiage classrooms, 1:1 adaptive technology, competency based learning, project-based learning, mentoring, social emotional (SEL) programming, and a K-8 interest-based elective block built into the school day, including classes such as guitar, yoga, cooking, coding and many others. At Santiago, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit, high-performing community where we work hard, play hard, and love even harder! 

In 2016, Principal Melissa Sweazy was named Principal of the Year by the Illinois Network of Charter Schools. In 2018, they were selected as a TFA School to Learn From: Reimagining Schools national award winner and have won multiple grants to further tailor and enhance their rigorous curriculum, ambitious instruction, and highly student-centered learning environment. 

Santiago is part of the Acero Schools network. At Acero Schools, our mission is transforming minds through academic empowerment and success. We provide a strong academic foundation for students at the elementary level to help them master the fundamental skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

A Message from the Principal

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K-8

School Grades

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218

# of Students

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Charter

Governance

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312-455-5410
Phone

312-455-5411
Fax

Visit Website

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8:00 AM-3:30 PM
School Hours

7:45 AM
Earliest Dropoff

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Melissa Sweazy
Director

Kathryn Cauhorn
Assistant Principal

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Our Metrics for School Practices and Student Outcomes

We’ve expanded our school profiles with new metrics to support CPS’ reimagined approach to analyzing school practices and student outcomes. These metrics are organized around four key aspects of school life that provide a fuller picture of how the District and schools are meeting the needs of the whole child. Explore the key aspects below to find information about academic progress, school conditions, community engagement, and more at this school.

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Evidence of Student Learning and Wellbeing

Includes reporting on academic progress, student wellbeing, and college and career planning.

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Daily Learning Experiences

Includes reporting on the curriculum, instruction, environment, interventions, and individualized support over time.

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Adult Capacity and Continuous Learning

Provides insight into the experience, stability, and professional growth of teachers and leadership.

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Inclusive and Collaborative School and Community

Reports access to enrichment activities outside the classroom, community partnerships, and parent involvement.

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How We Partner for Continuous Improvement

District Investments

CPS is committed to providing the resources needed to provide a high-quality education for all our students. Strategic investments are equitably distributed to support school initiatives and priorities that drive student growth.

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Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

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