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LITTLE VILLAGE

2620 S LAWNDALE Ave

Chicago, Illinois 60623

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School Overview

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A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

Little Village Elementary is a neighborhood school that welcomes and empowers all students to grow as global citizens. We address students’ social-emotional needs while providing a culturally responsive program that nurtures both academic and personal development. Our inclusive, safe, and student-centered environment values every voice and celebrates diversity. Selected to offer a Dual Language program, Little Village Elementary promotes bilingualism, biliteracy, and cross-cultural understanding, preparing students to thrive in an interconnected world. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for grades 6–8, we provide students with rigorous, inquiry-based learning experiences that foster critical thinking and global awareness. Designated as an Illinois Horizon School to Watch, Little Village Elementary is nationally recognized for its exemplary educational practices.

A Message from the Principal

State of the School

The State of the School address provides a robust community forum to reflect on the past year's progress, discuss future priorities, and align school goals with the District's five-year strategic plan, "Success 2029: Together We Rise."

  • Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
  • Time: - 9:15 am
  • Room: lunchroom

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PK-8

School Grades

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516

# of Students

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District

Governance

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773-534-1880
Phone

773-534-1893
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08:00 AM-03:00 PM
School Hours

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
After School Hours

7:45 AM
Earliest Dropoff

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Lillian Lazu
Principal

Edna Melgar
Assistant Principal

Tanya Gonzalez
Clerk

Emely Recio-Palacios
Clerk Assistant

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Curriculum & Instruction

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Inclusive & Supportive Learning Environment

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Connectedness & Wellbeing

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Postsecondary Success

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Partnerships & Engagement

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LITTLE VILLAGE

How We Partner for Continuous Improvement

District Investments

CPS is committed to providing the resources needed to provide a high-quality education for all our students. Strategic investments are equitably distributed to support school initiatives and priorities that drive student growth.

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Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

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