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Spotlight archives 

September 06, 2009 through September 06, 2010
First Day of School | August 31, 2010
Classes start on September 7th for Regular Track schools
High school orientation | August 25, 2010
Get to know your new school before the start of the year
Track E schools start Aug. 9 | July 29, 2010
For thousands of students school starts at one of 195 CPS
A Winning Year | July 26, 2010
The 2009-2010 school year was a smashing success on the athletic fields and courts
Young is #1 | July 12, 2010
Whitney Young students win the Chase Urban Debate National Championship
Green Locker Cleanout | June 21, 2010
Clemente students ensure the end of the year is green
Recess rocks | May 18, 2010
Smyth and Nash Elementary School teachers discuss the benefits of recess
Essay contest winners | May 10, 2010
CPS High School students recognized for excellence in Black History Month Essay Competition
Recycling Contest Winners | May 05, 2010
Southside Occupational Academy wins inaugural district wide challenge
Earth Hour Success | April 21, 2010
CPS takes climate action for Earth Hour 2010
Summer employment opportunities | April 16, 2010
Applications for Mayor Daley’s Youth Ready Chicago are available now
Choose your future | April 12, 2010
College and Career Academies Application is Reopened.
Spring break activities | March 24, 2010
Learning tools are available for elementary school parents during spring intersession.
Be prepared | March 23, 2010
Schools participate in city-wide tornado drills today.
Be counted | March 15, 2010
Students deliver message that completing census forms is easy, safe and important.
Progress report | March 10, 2010
Check with your child’s school to get a preview of his or her grades before Report Card Pickup Day next month.
Ask, listen and learn | March 09, 2010
Smyth Elementary students meet Olympic Gold Medalist Apolo Ohno and learn about healthy lifestyles.
EnergizaBulls | March 08, 2010
Morton School of Excellence receives new fitness center courtesy of the Chicago Bulls.
ISAT testing continues | March 03, 2010
Keep your elementary child focused during the ISAT exam this week.
Rally for school funding | March 02, 2010
CPS officials, faith leaders discuss school funding.
Welcome to Shenyang | March 01, 2010
LaSalle Language Academy finds a new foreign exchange partner in China.
Board approves eight school actions | February 24, 2010
The actions will take effect starting with the 2010-11 school year.
Hearts Helping Haiti | February 16, 2010
Eberhart Elementary students sell keepsakes and raise more than $3,000 for earthquake survivors in Haiti.
Find money for college | February 15, 2010
CPS hosts financial aid workshops throughout the District to help parents, students, learn about financial aid.
CTA reduces service | February 04, 2010
Learn more about the CTA’s reduced service plans and affected routes that are scheduled to go into effect on February 7, 2010.
The Wilderness Classroom | February 01, 2010
CPS spotlights a teacher who uses science to inspire his students. Meet Mr. Meeks.
The power of pennies | February 01, 2010
Castellanos Elementary students raise more than $900 in one week to help victims of the Haiti earthquake.
Snow Days Chicago | January 25, 2010
CPS students create snow sculptures for 2nd annual festival.
New Schools EXPO | January 22, 2010
Find a school that’s right for your child.
Works of art | January 19, 2010
2010-2011 elementary and high school directories feature artwork from CPS students.
Partners in education | January 12, 2010
Meet a few CPS partners who are making a difference.
2010-11 applications available | January 03, 2010
Deadline to apply for magnet schools and programs is Jan. 6, 2010.
College and career success | January 03, 2010
Apply now to attend one of our College and Career Academies. Deadline has been extended to Jan. 20, 2010.
Winter break tips | December 21, 2009
CPS rounds up a list of activities parents can do with their kids during the holiday break.
Santa’s little helpers | December 21, 2009
CPS partners with Santa Claus to give holiday gifts to Cooper Elementary students.
Deck the halls with music | December 21, 2009
CPS students spread holiday cheer during annual City Hall Concert Series.
Monitor grades online | December 14, 2009
View your child’s grades before progress report cards are mailed home this week.
Winter break activities | December 14, 2009
Learning tools are available for elementary school parents during winter intersession.
Sports Fest 2009 | December 07, 2009
Two-day sports event features tournaments, fitness, and special performances.
A smaller approach | December 07, 2009
Learn more about our unique learning communities.
Pool party | December 07, 2009
Swift Elementary School makes a splash at the reopening of its swimming pool.
Best of the best | December 01, 2009
Whitney Young High School honored with prestigious National Blue Ribbon award.
Application deadline nears | December 01, 2009
The deadline to apply to CPS magnet schools and programs is Friday, Dec. 18.
Thank you | November 23, 2009
The CPS community recognizes a group of individuals who give it their all, day in and day out: Teachers.
The tradition continues | November 23, 2009
The Prep Bowl takes place at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, at Soldier Field.
Report card pickup day | November 17, 2009
Meet with your child’s teacher(s) to discuss his or her grades this week.
The Sister Cities project | November 17, 2009
Sullivan High School is creating a new exchange program with its sister school in Germany. Learn how.
Cooking up change | November 17, 2009
Contest challenges student top chefs to create healthy meals.
Win or go home | November 09, 2009
Our Boys Varsity Football teams score big during playoff season.
Spook-tacular fashion show | November 09, 2009
Darwin Elementary students hit the runway to show off their best Halloween outfits.
All Kids health insurance | November 02, 2009
Learn more about the Illinois All Kids health insurance program.
Planet Alcott | November 02, 2009
A green, family-fun event at Alcott School.
Application tips | November 02, 2009
These guidelines will help simplify the application process.
Immunization clinics open | October 26, 2009
The Chicago Department of Public Health will offer free H1N1 vaccinations beginning this week.
Tradition meets fitness | October 26, 2009
LaSalle Language Academy students take part in both school tradition and physical fitness through annual event.
Keep Kids Learning | October 26, 2009
Students gain experience in various occupations through special program.
Health form deadline nears | October 13, 2009
All students must be up-to-date on their health exams before this Thursday.
Breaking the barrier | October 05, 2009
Von Steuben students use ice cream and soccer to connect with local student refugees.
The social media debate | September 28, 2009
Redefining how teachers and students communicate inside and outside of the classroom. Join the discussion.
Discover our K-8 schools | September 21, 2009
CPS sponsors 2nd annual elementary school fair on Saturday, Oct. 3.
Dollars and sense | September 21, 2009
Jose de Diego students learn the importance of financial literacy through a 10-week program.
Technology wizards | September 21, 2009
After school program teaches students how to build PCs, use green technology, and communicate safely online.
Attendance counts | September 18, 2009
CPS emphasizes the importance of daily attendance.
Till students meet Cool Calvin | September 14, 2009
Elementary students spend their first day of school learning how to say no to gangs.
Summer, service & leadership | September 14, 2009
8th grade students spend the summer changing their communities; preparing for high school.