The LSCAB was established in 1996 by the Chicago Board of education, pursuant to the Illinois School Code. It is comprised of both elected and appointed currently-serving LSC members. The LSCAB serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of Education on issues related to LSC elections, operations, powers and duties, and school improvement plans.
In addition to advising the Board, the LSCAB serves as a liaison between LSC members and senior staff, and advises the Board of Education on other issues regarding the District. Learn more about membership, governance and duties in the LSCAB Operational Guidelines.
LSCAB Meeting Schedule
LSCAB Meeting Schedule for SY 2026-2027
This draft schedule has been prepared for OLSCR Director review. It continues the traditional 3rd Monday of the month LSCAB meeting practice, with necessary adjustments made to avoid CPS holidays and school closures based on the official 2026–2027 CPS Family Calendar. Standard Meeting Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Note: Please adjust this placeholder time if the LSCAB meets at a different hour)
Schedule Overview (September 2026 – May 2027)
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August 2026 |
Thursday, August 20, 2026 |
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM |
Organizational Meeting |
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September 2026 |
Monday, September 21, 2026 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Regular (3rd Monday) | |
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October 2026 |
Monday, October 19, 2026 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Regular (3rd Monday) | |
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November 2026 |
Monday, November 16, 2026 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Regular (3rd Monday) | |
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December 2026 |
Monday, December 14, 2026 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Adjusted (2nd Monday) Avoids Winter Vacation which starts Dec 21. |
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January 2027 |
Monday, January 25, 2027 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Adjusted (4th Monday): Avoids Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan 18. |
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February 2027 |
Monday, February 8, 2027 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Adjusted (2nd Monday): Avoids Presidents' Day on Feb 15. | |
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March 2027 |
Monday, March 15, 2027 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Regular (3rd Monday). Avoids Spring Break (Mar 22-26). | |
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April 2027 |
Monday, April 19, 2027 |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Regular (3rd Monday). Avoids Parent-Teacher Conferences (Apr 12). | |
| May 2027 | Monday, May 17, 2027 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Regular (3rd Monday) |
Rationale for Date Adjustments
- December 2026: Moved up one week to December 14 to ensure the meeting happens before CPS Winter Vacation begins on December 21.
- January 2027: Pushed back one week to January 25 to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday on January 18.
- February 2027: Moved up one week to February 8 to observe Presidents' Day on February 15.
LSCAB Meeting Schedule for 2025-26 School Year
LSCAB meetings are held the third Monday of the month, with some exceptions. View the full schedule below or download the schedule for all meeting dates. Meetings are open to the public. The agenda is posted 48 hours before each meeting and may be found in the table below. To attend a meeting, join virtually using the meeting link.
Meeting ID: 818 4902 1693
Passcode: 959150
| Date | Time | Location | Documents | Minutes |
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Sept. 4, 2025 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Minutes | |
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Oct. 22, 2025 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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Nov. 17, 2025 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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Dec. 17, 2025 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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Jan. 12, 2026 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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Feb. 9, 2026 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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March 16, 2026 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Minutes | |
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April 20, 2026 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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May 18, 2026 |
6 – 8 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | Minutes |
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August 20, 2026 |
6 – 6:45 p.m. |
Garfield Park Office |
Regular Agenda | |
LSCAB Resolutions
Archived LSCAB Meeting Schedule
Election Candidates and Vote Count
The Office of Local School Council Relations is excited to announce and congratulate the winners of the recent Local School Council Advisory Board (LSCAB) regional elections. The winners are highlighted below. [ W ]
Any LSC member who would like to be considered for appointment to the LSCAB, please email LSCRelations@cps.edu expressing interest and share a written statement by Wednesday, May 7, 2025.