Pre-K Week Starts April 12
Exploring preschool options for your child? Join us for Pre-K Week! From April 12 to April 18, 2026, schools will be hosting events for families to learn more about their preschool programs
Please note, the calendar on this page previews the next five upcoming events. Click the link below to explore the complete Pre-K Week schedule.
Pre-K Week Events
View All Pre-K EventsMonday
4/13/2026
08:00AM – 12:00PM
Swift Pre-K Week
We will be hosting parents for a school visit and supporting with registration and applications.
Location
George B. Swift Specialty School
5900 N. Winthrop Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660
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Monday
4/13/2026
08:45AM – 03:45PM
Chopin Pre-K Week
We invite you to explore Chopin Pre-K, where we hit all the right notes for early childhood development. Whether you want a quick tour or are ready to sign the paperwork, we’ve made it easy for you to join our community.
Enrollment Week: April 13–17
When: Mon–Fri | 8:45 AM – 3:45 PM
What: Stop by anytime to register online, meet our staff, and take a tour.
Formal Open House: Thursday, April 16
When: 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
What: A dedicated hour to explore classrooms and meet the PreK team.
Location
Chopin Elementary School
2450 W. Rice Street, Chicago, IL 60622
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Monday
4/13/2026
01:45PM – 02:20PM
Prieto School Tour for New Pre-K Families
Prospective families can visit the Pre-K classrooms, meet the teachers, and take a tour of the whole school.
Location
Prieto
2231 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639
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Monday
4/13/2026
02:00PM – 04:15PM
Mount Vernon Pre-K Family Information Session
Family Information Session:
- Admin and teacher introductions
- Registration questions
- What to expect from Pre-K
- School/Classroom Tour
Register here
Location
Mount Vernon Elementary School
10540 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60643
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All of the CPS preschools in the city accept applications through a separate website called Chicago Early Learning. Chicago Early Learning (CEL) provides access to early childhood education options through both CPS and community-based programs.