| Report card pickup day | November 17, 2009 |
| Meet with your child’s teacher(s) to discuss his or her grades this week. |
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| The Sister Cities project | November 17, 2009 |
| Sullivan High School is creating a new exchange program with its sister school in Germany. Learn how. |
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| Cooking up change | November 17, 2009 |
| Contest challenges student top chefs to create healthy meals. |
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| College and career success | November 09, 2009 |
| Apply now to attend one of our unique College and Career Academies. |
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| Win or go home | November 09, 2009 |
| Our Boys Varsity Football teams score big during playoff season. |
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| Spook-tacular fashion show | November 09, 2009 |
| Darwin Elementary students hit the runway to show off their best Halloween outfits. |
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| All Kids health insurance | November 02, 2009 |
| Learn more about the Illinois All Kids health insurance program. |
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| Planet Alcott | November 02, 2009 |
| A green, family-fun event at Alcott School. |
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| Application tips | November 02, 2009 |
| These guidelines will help simplify the application process. |
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| 2010-11 applications available | October 26, 2009 |
| Deadline to apply for magnet schools and programs is Dec. 18, 2009. |
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| Immunization clinics open | October 26, 2009 |
| The Chicago Department of Public Health will offer free H1N1 vaccinations beginning this week. |
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| Tradition meets fitness | October 26, 2009 |
| LaSalle Language Academy students take part in both school tradition and physical fitness through annual event. |
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| Keep Kids Learning | October 26, 2009 |
| Students gain experience in various occupations through special program. |
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| Health form deadline nears | October 13, 2009 |
| All students must be up-to-date on their health exams before this Thursday. |
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| Progress report | October 13, 2009 |
| Check with your child’s school to get a preview of his or her grades before Report Card Pickup Day next month. |
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| Breaking the barrier | October 05, 2009 |
| Von Steuben students use ice cream and soccer to connect with local student refugees. |
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| Sign up for free tutoring | September 28, 2009 |
| Your child might be eligible to receive free tutoring. Registration ends Tuesday. |
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| The social media debate | September 28, 2009 |
| Redefining how teachers and students communicate inside and outside of the classroom. Join the discussion. |
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| Discover our K-8 schools | September 21, 2009 |
| CPS sponsors 2nd annual elementary school fair on Saturday, Oct. 3. |
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| Dollars and sense | September 21, 2009 |
| Jose de Diego students learn the importance of financial literacy through a 10-week program. |
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| Technology wizards | September 21, 2009 |
| After school program teaches students how to build PCs, use green technology, and communicate safely online. |
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| Attendance counts | September 18, 2009 |
| CPS emphasizes the importance of daily attendance. |
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| Till students meet Cool Calvin | September 14, 2009 |
| Elementary students spend their first day of school learning how to say no to gangs. |
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| Summer, service & leadership | September 14, 2009 |
| 8th grade students spend the summer changing their communities; preparing for high school. |
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| Welcome back | September 01, 2009 |
| Successful school year begins with being at school on Sept. 8. |
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| Enrollment period begins soon | August 24, 2009 |
| You’ve asked. Now we’ve answered. Learn more about the enrollment process before it begins on Sept. 3. |
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| High school orientation | August 24, 2009 |
| Get acquainted with your high school before school starts. |
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| It’s mealtime | August 18, 2009 |
| CPS makes applying for free and reduced-price meals easier. |
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| Chicago All-Star Classic | August 18, 2009 |
| Get your child excited about going back to school at this three-day event. |
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| My Chicago | August 10, 2009 |
| Students spend the summer exploring neighborhoods throughout the city. |
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| Track E schools start Aug. 10 | August 06, 2009 |
| Many year-round schools are already in session; the regular school year starts Sept. 8. |
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| Let’s dance | August 03, 2009 |
| Elementary students learn classic dance moves through an innovative program. |
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| Raising expectations | August 03, 2009 |
| Frazier first-grade teacher Camia Hoard tells her students, "Yes you can." |
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| Labor of love | July 27, 2009 |
| Marilyn Sandler brings a Snoezelen room to Stockton’s special education students. |
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| Having a Ball | July 27, 2009 |
| CPS students learn character, confidence and the Cha-Cha. |
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| Cuts for a cause | July 27, 2009 |
| Agassiz Elementary students, teachers, staff donate hair to Locks of Love. |
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| It pays to be Money Smart | July 20, 2009 |
| Jackson, a Whitney Young student, wins scholarship, essay competition. |
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| Coming up with big ideas | July 20, 2009 |
| Northside student and teacher John Belcaster named Bezos Scholars. |
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| Awarding student achievement | July 20, 2009 |
| Free concert shows students that hard work pays off. |
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| An educational journey | July 13, 2009 |
| LaSalle Language Academy creates a renaissance spirit for the 21st century. |
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| Helping D.C. to eat healthy | July 13, 2009 |
| CPS students create culinary lunches with the White House Chef. |
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| Letting children lead | July 06, 2009 |
| Dayna Darby’s teaching method puts student learning into action. |
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| The power of education | June 29, 2009 |
| Legacy Charter’s Liz Goss helps students shape their–and our– future. |
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| Meet our Presidential Scholar | June 29, 2009 |
| Jones College Prep baritone travels to Washington D.C., meets President Obama. |
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| A mind sport | June 29, 2009 |
| Debate team ends successful school year with big wins. |
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| Crosstown classic: Part 2 | June 22, 2009 |
| Meet Jose de Diego Community Academy’s No. 1 White Sox fans. |
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| Third time’s a charm | June 22, 2009 |
| Lourdes Molina is third Kohl McCormick winner from Belmont Cragin. |
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| Crosstown classic: Part 1 | June 15, 2009 |
| Meet Jose de Diego Community Academy’s No. 1 Cubs fans. |
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| Advice for graduates | June 15, 2009 |
| The CPS community offers our new high school graduates a few words to live by. |
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| Ninja-style fitness | June 15, 2009 |
| Students learn the benefits of healthy living with the help of a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. |
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| Pomp and Circumstance | June 08, 2009 |
| Students from CPS’ Class of 2009 are headed for bright futures. |
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| Poetry in motion | June 08, 2009 |
| Students compete in 2nd annual Spanish Poetry Oratory Competition. |
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| Students shine at TechXPO | June 08, 2009 |
| Hundreds of CPS students flexed their tech muscles at the first-ever TechXPO event. |
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| Meet the real role models | June 01, 2009 |
| Four CPS teachers win Kohl McCormick Early Childhood Teaching Awards. |
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| Getting the picture | June 01, 2009 |
| Photo gallery opening at Austin Polytech commemorates school’s founders. |
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| Debaters take home the gold | June 01, 2009 |
| Middle school students excel at 2nd annual Citywide Debate Championship. |
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| Battle of the Books | May 25, 2009 |
| Elementary and middle grade students compete in annual reading competition. |
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| Book smart | May 25, 2009 |
| Teams from 36 high schools compete in the Battle of the Books. |
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| Mayor Daley’s Book Club | May 25, 2009 |
| Students attend special conference promoting the value and long-term benefits of reading. |
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| Academic Excellence | May 19, 2009 |
| CPS honors the scholastic achievements of the class of 2009. |
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| All day, every day | May 19, 2009 |
| CPS recognizes elementary and high school students with perfect attendance. |
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| A fresh take on learning | May 19, 2009 |
| The new EPIC Academy extends learning opportunities through community involvement. |
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| Space is still available | May 11, 2009 |
| Parents can still apply for select elementary magnet and magnet cluster schools. Applications are due May 15. |
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| NLC school closed | May 08, 2009 |
| Northside Learning Center closed due to unusual number of absences. |
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| NLC school closed | May 08, 2009 |
| Northside Learning Center closed due to unusual number of absences. |
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| Stay healthy year-round | May 04, 2009 |
| CPS students demonstrate how to prevent the spread of germs. Watch the video. |
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| Olympic Week | May 04, 2009 |
| CPS students join in the celebration. |
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| Breaking news | April 27, 2009 |
| Kilmer to open Wednesday, May 6.
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| Academic Decathlon | April 27, 2009 |
| CPS students participate in the 10-event scholastic competition. |
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| Off to see the wizard | April 27, 2009 |
| Roosevelt High School’s musical brings together students, staff, and community. |
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| Money Smart Week | April 20, 2009 |
| CPS encourages everyone to participate in financial awareness week. |
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| Chicago Youth Saves | April 20, 2009 |
| CPS students learn how to invest in their financial futures. |
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| Money Smart tips | April 20, 2009 |
| Here are a few ideas to guide you through this tough economic environment. |
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| Testing starts next week | April 13, 2009 |
| 11th grade students will take the PSAE exam on April 22-April 23. |
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| Designing for a superstar | April 13, 2009 |
| Twenty-four lucky students meet Kobe Bryant, design special shoe for him. |
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| Your city, your water | April 13, 2009 |
| Student exhibit raises awareness about global water issues. |
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| Spring break 2009 | April 06, 2009 |
| Learn how schools are spending their week-long vacations. |
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| Be home by curfew | April 02, 2009 |
| CPS encourages parents to talk with their children about the importance of the Curfew Law. |
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| Spring break tips | March 30, 2009 |
| CPS rounds up a list of activities parents can do with their kids during the week-long break. |
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| Recognizing great women | March 30, 2009 |
| CPS celebrates Women’s History Month, honors women alumni. |
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| Be alert | March 23, 2009 |
| CPS distributes new guide to teach students about personal safety. |
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| Speak out against violence | March 23, 2009 |
| Simeon students lend their voices in effort for tougher gun laws. |
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| The great debate | March 23, 2009 |
| Students prepare for the Chicago Debate Championship this week. |
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| Freshman Connection | March 16, 2009 |
| Parents can sign up for the high school orientation program now. |
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| Top 50 CPS spellers advance | March 16, 2009 |
| Students qualify for honor by taking first-ever online qualifying bee. |
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| Harlan surprise | March 16, 2009 |
| Student honored for essay; receives $1,000 scholarship award. |
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| Future engineers | March 09, 2009 |
| New magnet track to be offered at Harlan High School; only one week left to apply. |
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| FIRST Robotics Competition | March 09, 2009 |
| Clemente advances to semifinals; 15 CPS high schools participate. |
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| Honoring an American hero | March 09, 2009 |
| Students celebrate a civil rights leader through service-learning. |
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| School wins national award | March 03, 2009 |
| Douglas Taylor middle school receives $5,000 from the MetLife Foundation. |
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| Chess masters square off | March 03, 2009 |
| Elementary school students bring their best board moves to tournament. |
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| Expo showcases school options | March 03, 2009 |
| Parents, students gather at Soldier Field to learn about Chicago’s new schools. |
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| Testing begins next week | February 23, 2009 |
| Prepare your elementary students to take the ISAT exam. |
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| Meet a legend | February 23, 2009 |
| The first African-American pilot to fly solo around the world speaks to CPS students. |
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| Elementary Promotion Policy | February 17, 2009 |
| CPS increases emphasis on writing for 8th grade students. |
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| Happy birthday | February 17, 2009 |
| CPS students celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday. |
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| CPS honors female athletes | February 17, 2009 |
| Scholarship winners honored at event. |
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| Teacher wins national award | February 09, 2009 |
| McKinley Park teacher represents Illinois as a star teacher. |
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| Top chefs | February 09, 2009 |
| Students create award-winning school lunches. |
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| Chinese New Year celebration | February 09, 2009 |
| Haines Elementary students take part in lion dance, Chinese calligraphy. |
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| Understanding financial aid | February 02, 2009 |
| CPS hosts financial aid workshops throughout the district to help parents, students, find money for college. |
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| Future City Competition | February 02, 2009 |
| CPS students design city systems that conserve and reuse water. |
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| Algebra 101 | January 26, 2009 |
| Students prepare for advanced high school math courses in elementary school. |
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| Breakfast in the classroom | January 26, 2009 |
| CPS launches Universal Breakfast program. |
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| Living history | January 16, 2009 |
| CPS celebrates historic occasion with a variety of events. |
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| CPS teachers hit new mark | January 16, 2009 |
| Hundreds attain prestigious National Board Certification. |
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| New Schools Expo | January 16, 2009 |
| Learn more about our charter and Renaissance 2010 schools on Sat., January 31 at Soldier Field. |
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| Parent Portal coming soon | January 06, 2009 |
| View your child’s grades, attendance, and interact with teachers online. |
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| March to history | January 06, 2009 |
| King College Prep Marching Band to play at Inauguration Festival; seeks donations for historic trip. |
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| Replicating success | January 06, 2009 |
| In 2009, South Shore Fine Arts Academy will build on the success of South Loop School. |
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| Santa delivers | December 23, 2008 |
| CPS, partners give holiday gifts to elementary and middle school students. |
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| Students spread holiday cheer | December 23, 2008 |
| Skinner Classical Elementary school students sing at CNA. |
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| CPS high schools reach the top | December 11, 2008 |
| Northside, Payton make U.S. News list of best 100 high schools in the nation. |
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| Holiday Sports Fest | December 11, 2008 |
| 3-day sports event features tournaments, fitness, and special performances. |
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| Urban Prep opens new schools | December 11, 2008 |
| By 2010, Urban Prep will serve students in three communities. |
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| Parents as lifelong learners | December 08, 2008 |
| Parents learn new skills through our Bilingual Parent Resource Center. |
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| A reading power-play | December 02, 2008 |
| Blackhawks score more than a thousand books for Talman classroom libraries. |
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| Innovation in high schools | December 01, 2008 |
| New Talent Development high school strives to nurture and prepare students for the future. |
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