Chicago Public Schools
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.
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Apply for 2025-26 School Year
The application period for the 2025-26 school year is open until November 15, 2024 through GoCPS. Apply for K to 9th grade and see all the places you can go with CPS.
Introducing Our New Vision For CPS
Together We Rise, our new Five-Year Strategic Plan, is centered on the historical and present conditions that our students, families, and communities face, and works to create anti-racist solutions that address systemic disinvestment.
What to Know About the Elected School Board
Visit the Chicago Board of Elections website for information about how to vote, where to vote and what District you live in. Find answers to frequently asked questions about the the election and learn more about school board districts.
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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.
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2024 Graduates
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Do STEM with CPS
Student Voice Leadership Summit
CPS Class of 2023 Earns Record-Breaking $2 billion in Scholarships
Community Updates
01 November 2024
End of Week Message: Tips for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Progress in Student Transportation, and Countdown to Election Day!
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez shares information about transportation, parent-teacher conferences, and Election Day.
28 October 2024
Reminder: Halloween Safety Tips from Chicago Public Schools
In a letter to families, CPS shares safety tips for Halloween.
25 October 2024
End of Week Message: Tips for a Successful Halloween and Election Day
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez shares tips for Halloween and Election Day.
18 October 2024
End of Week Message: A Week of Exceptional CPS News!
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez recaps exciting District announcements.
17 October 2024
More Good News: CPS Students Continuing Record-Breaking Growth!
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and CEdO Bogdana Chkoumbova highlight promising District data.
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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