An application may be required for some CPS schools and programs. There are some schools that have their own applications such as charter schools. If you are interested in those schools, you will need to contact the school directly to obtain an application.

Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply to any school including those that require testing. If accommodations for testing are required, as indicated in the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan, please contact the Office of Specialized Services at 773-553-1800.

Remember: an application is not required if the student plans to attend his or her neighborhood school.

Complete the Standard Elementary application

1. The  Standard Elementary application can be used for any schools or programs that list the "Standard application" under Admissions on their profile. It is also available in  Spanish.
   
   You may apply to up to 20 schools on a single application, using school codes to identify the schools to which you are applying. The codes for each school can be found in the Options for Knowledge Guide, as well as on the Office of Academic Enhancement website, www.cpsoae.org . Instructions for completing the Standard Elementary application are on the reverse of the application. The Options for Knowledge Guide is also available in Spanish.
2. If you wish to receive a notification from the school once your application has been received, please include a self-addressed, stamped postcard. Be sure to write the name of the school on the card. If your card is not returned within two weeks (after submission of the application), please contact the school.
3. To apply to more than one school, copy the applications as needed and submit one application per student, per school. 
   
   Please note: acceptance is not guaranteed upon submission of an application. You are encouraged to apply to all of the schools that interest you. There is no limit to the number of schools to which you may apply.
4. The Standard Elementary application can be used for students applying to schools that are outside of their attendance area.
5. The Standard application does not apply to Charter schools, Regional Gifted Centers, Academic Centers, Classical schools, or the International Gifted Program.
   
   Otherwise, if applicable, complete and submit the Selective Enrollment Elementary Schools (SEES) application.
   
   The Selective Enrollment Elementary Schools and admissions process are open to any student interested in attending a CPS Regional Gifted Center, Classical school, Regional Gifted Centers for English Language Learners, International Gifted Program, and/or Academic Center.
   
   Detailed instructions are provided on the SEES application, which is available in both  English and  Spanish.

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