Thousands of CPS students started summer school on Monday, June 15. If you have questions or concerns related to summer school please view our summer school help guide below. Here you will find a listing of department names and phone numbers to contact for more information. Still didn’t get the answer you’re looking for? Submit a question to us.

High school

Summer classes

Almost all high schools are offering summer school courses this year. The summer high school program focuses on recovering core subject-area credit for all students in grades 9-12. Classes run from June 15-August 14. (Please check with your child’s school for specific dates and class times.)  All high schools are expected to have summer school and/or a summer program. For questions about summer school, contact your child’s school directly or contact High School Programs at (773) 553-3540.

Elementary school

Summer school programs for grades three, six, and eight

These programs consist of focused instruction in reading and mathematics and are designed for students who do not meet minimum criteria for promotion to the next grade. After summer school ends, an evaluation criterion is applied and successful students are promoted. For questions about elementary summer school programs contact Elementary Areas and Schools at (773) 553-2150.

Summer Bridge

The promotion status of eighth grade students is subject to a new writing requirement this year. There will be a separate writing workshop for eighth grade students who have not satisfactorily met this requirement. For questions about Summer Bridge contact Elementary Areas and Schools at (773) 553-2150.

Freshman Connection

This five-week program for graduating 8th grade students runs four days a week starting June 22. Academic instruction will be offered in the morning and recreational activities will be offered in the afternoon at no cost to the students. The program runs Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For questions about Freshman Connection call (773) 553-2108.

Additional areas

Bilingual programs

There are a variety of summer programs available for bilingual students. You can contact Elementary Areas and Schools at (773) 553-2150, Language and Cultural Education at 773-553-1930, or your child’s school for questions about our bilingual programs.

Transportation

For questions about transportation, including whether or not your child is eligible to receive transportation, please contact your child’s school directly or call Transportation at (773) 553-2860.

Jobs

To find out what schools are still hiring for the summer, please contact Human Resources at (773) 553-1070 or view vacancies advertised in the Personnel Bulletin .