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Songhai
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There is a proposed school action to close this school after the 2012-2013 school year. Details
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Official school name:
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Songhai Elementary Learning Institute
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Address:
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11725 S Perry Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60628 Map
Phone: (773) 535-5547
Fax: (773) 535-5519
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Contacts:
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Principal - Ms.Sherry Yvette Pirtle
Other - Ms. Sherry Pirtle
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Important Information
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Attendance boundaries:
Yes
Far South zone map
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Bilingual Services: N/A
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Refugee Services: N/A
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Title I Eligible: Yes
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Track: Track E
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Nearest CTA:
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CTA Bus Routes:
115, 119
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CTA Train Lines:
Red
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School type
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Zone
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Grades
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Number of students
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Pre
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K
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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6
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7
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8
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9
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10
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11
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12
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Neighborhood
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Far South
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Pre-K-8
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321
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Pre-K:
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Kindergarten:
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Full Day
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Hours:
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08:45 AM-03:45 PM
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After School Hours:
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School-wide Programs and Models
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Kindergarten
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Supports and Resources
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Classrooms have Internet access and computer labs to enhance Songhai’s core curriculum. Parental participation is strongly encouraged, and a volunteer program has been established. Students at Songhai are regularly recognized for perfect attendance, gold and silver honor rolls, and Principal’s Pride Scholars. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon meal are available for students.
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Creative:
Percussion, Piano/Keyboard
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Health and Wellness:
Crisis Intervention Services, School-based Dental Services
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Life and Leadership:
Boys/Girls Scouts
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Scholastic:
Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Tutoring
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Sports and Fitness:
Double Dutch, Flag Football, Girls’ Track, Pom-Pon
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At-a-glance
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Songhai is a lighthouse of hope for academic and social success. We are reaching these goals in a caring, nurturing, and positive environment so all students can achieve social, emotional, and academic success.
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Statistics
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Demographics
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As of 2012-2013, there were 321 students enrolled at SONGHAI. 86.9% were low income Students. 10.9% were Special Education Students. 1.9% were Limited English Learners.
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As of 2012-2013, the largest demographic at SONGHAI was Black. As of that time, this demographic made up 96% of the student population. The second greatest demographic was Hispanic at 3.4%.
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Enrollment and admissions
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Guidelines
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Open to students living in attendance area. If space is available, applicants living outside the attendance area may apply. Contact school for more information. Pre-K open to applicants citywide.
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| Ms. Patricia Solomon | Standard Elementary and Pre-K | Contact school | |
| None required |
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Learn more about the 3 steps in Enroll
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Additional information resources
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CPS strives to provide information about our schools to parents and the community. The reports listed below are intended to provide additional information about each school.
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School Progress Report - English
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2012
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School Progress Report Letter - English
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2012
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School Progress Report - Spanish
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2012
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School Progress Report Letter - Spanish
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2012
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Parent-Guardian Survey
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2012
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Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP) Year 1
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2012-2014
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School Space Utilization Report
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2011 - 2012
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Year 2 SIPAAA
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2010 - 2012
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School Segment Report
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2010
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School Segment Report
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2009
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6 month asbestos surveillance
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Fall 2012
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Asbestos Inspection report
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2010
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School Assessment
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N/A
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Environmental Scorecard
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Current
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Education Facilities Master Plan
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2013
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Student outcomes
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CPS
average
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2010
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2011
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2012
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| Students exceeding state standards in grade 8 (ISAT Composite) |
15.8% |
8.5% |
4.8% |
0% |
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Academic progress
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CPS
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2010
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2011
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2012
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| Students meeting or exceeding state standards (ISAT Composite) |
76.4% |
49.1% |
55.3% |
60.1% |
| Students meeting or exceeding state standards in reading |
73.4% |
52% |
51.4% |
48.5% |
| Students meeting or exceeding state standards in mathematics |
80.5% |
52.8% |
61.6% |
74% |
| Students meeting or exceeding state standards in science |
72.9% |
28.4% |
48% |
53.1% |
| Students exceeding state standards (ISAT Composite) |
18.9% |
3.9% |
3.1% |
3.3% |
| Relative School Impact on Student Growth in Reading ("value-added") |
0 |
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-0.4 |
| Relative School Impact on Student Growth in Mathematics ("value-added") |
0 |
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0.2 |
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Attendance
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CPS
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2010
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2011
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2012
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| Average Daily Attendance Rate |
95.3% |
91.9% |
89.5% |
91.4% |
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Key
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0%
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50%
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100%
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Recently published reports
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School Progress Report - English
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2012
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School Progress Report Letter - English
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2012
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School Progress Report - Spanish
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2012
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School Progress Report Letter - Spanish
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2012
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Parent-Guardian Survey
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2012
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Performance Policy Report
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2012
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State School Report Card
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2012
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AYP Report
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2012
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| Additional resources |
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Provide feedback on Songhai
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| Key dates* |
May 27
All Tracks: No Classes; Memorial Day
June 19
Track E: Last Day of School
June 24
Track R: Last Day of School
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| *Actual dates may vary. Please call school to confirm. |
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