Press Releases
2023 Archive
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Chicago Public Schools Showcases STEM Learning Opportunities
08 November 2023
Schools Celebrate National STEM Day November 8
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Historic Graduation Rates, Early College Credits Earned, More than $2 Billion in Scholarships
31 October 2023
Dyett High School Hosts Celebration as Federal, City, and District Leadership Celebrate Progress and Community Partnerships
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Chicago Public Schools Announces Two New Chiefs to Oversee Procurement and Network 4
26 October 2023
Both Leaders Bring Decades of Experience and Commitment to Service
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Budlong and Palmer Elementary Schools Receive All-Star Distinction and America’s Healthiest Schools Award
26 October 2023
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation Recognizes Budlong and Palmer for Excellence in All Nine Student Health Topic Areas
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Amid a nationwide shortage of bus drivers, CPS continues to recruit drivers with the assistance of District vendors
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District offers taste testings and Farm-to-School events as part of ongoing efforts to increase engagement
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates National Principals Month
02 October 2023
District Expands Engagement and Development Programs that Serve to Empower Principals
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Chicago Public Schools Fills Key Leadership Role
29 September 2023
New Chief of Teaching and Learning Brings Experience, Commitment to Excellence and Equity
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Chicago Public Schools Enrollment Shows Increase for First time in More than a Decade
29 September 2023
District analysis shows increase among several groups of students
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Chicago Public Schools Launches Five-Year Strategic Planning Process
28 September 2023
District will host a series of public engagement events to share updates and solicit input from families, educators, and members of the community
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Chicago Public Schools Showcases Early Literacy Practices that are Moving Students Forward
25 September 2023
District and school leaders touted significant early literacy gains
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Virtual Event Encourages Parents, Community Members, Educational Leaders, and Students to Serve on Local School Councils
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District Investments in Interventionists, Counselors, Coaches, and Classroom and Curricular Enhancements Produce Highest Year-Over-Year Gains Since 2016
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Peace Day Chicago
18 September 2023
45th Anniversary Celebrated Across the District
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
15 September 2023
Month-long festivities honoring the Hispanic culture and community kick off today
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High School Admissions Test Available in Six Languages for First Time
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Chicago Public Schools Welcomes U.S. Department of Education Deputy Secretary Cindy Marten
07 September 2023
Visit highlights included the District’s work to spur academic recovery, supports provided through community partnerships, and expansion of middle school algebra opportunities
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Chicago Public Schools Fully in Compliance with Physical Restraint & Time Out Staff Training Benchmark
21 August 2023
Staff Trained in Behavioral Interventions to Support and De-Escalate Situations Where a Student May Be a Danger to Self or Others
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Chicago Public Schools Welcomes Back Students for First Day of School Monday, August 21
21 August 2023
The District to focus on students’ continued academic progress and well-being, expanded pre-K offerings, college and career preparation, and operational efficiencies and improvements during the school year
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Safe Passage Program
15 August 2023
Safe Passage Will Serve 188 Schools During 2023-24 School Year
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Committee of Parents, Educators and Administrators to Help Improve the Culture of CPS Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services
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Chicago Public Schools Prioritizes Transportation for Diverse Learners Amid Ongoing National Bus Driver Shortage
31 July 2023
District Provides Options for Free and Accessible Student Transportation for Priority Students with Special Needs and Those in Temporary Housing
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Chicago Public Schools Fills Key Leadership Roles
26 July 2023
Leaders Bring Commitment to Equity to Budget and Language and Culture Roles
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Chicago Board of Education Announces Changes to Increase Transparency, Student Voice and Public Engagement
26 July 2023
Board to Uplift Student Voice, Add Public Posting of Agenda Follow-Ups and Create a Special Education Advisory Committee, Among Other Shifts
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Students and families reconnect with their school communities to prepare for a safe and productive school year
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Welcome Center at Clemente High School Will Centralize Supports for One Region of the City while all schools continue to enroll new students
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Chicago Public Schools Fills Leadership Roles
28 June 2023
Chiefs bring decades of experience to operations and network roles
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Three Schools to Undergo Name Changes as Outlined Under the New Policy
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Chicago Public Schools Selects Honorary Student Board of Education Member for 2023-24 School Year
28 June 2023
Kenwood Academy Junior Will Uplift Student Voices and Perspectives
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Summer Meals Available for Chicago Public Schools Students Beginning June 20
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Proposed $9.4 Billion Budget Makes Strategic Investments, including Additional $128M to Support Students with Special Needs
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More than 150 Teachers Join Chicago Public Schools After Completing Rigorous Teacher Residency Program
13 June 2023
Largest new teacher cohort since program’s launch
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CPS Students Graduate with Industry-Recognized Certifications
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Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Public Library Launch Literacy Programming for Summer 2023
06 June 2023
Summer programs available beginning June 26 until August 4 throughout Chicago
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Hibbard Elementary Counselor Earns Prestigious Award from Illinois School Counselor Association
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Students earn thousands of accolades, including Seal of Biliteracy and associate degrees, and nearly $1 billion in scholarships
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Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Teachers Union Celebrate National Board Certified Teachers
25 May 2023
532 CPS educators earn or renew prestigious teaching credential during height of the pandemic
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Families representing eight CPS schools renew their Medicaid coverage
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Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago Celebrate More than 600 Dual Credit Graduates
23 May 2023
53 CPS students earn an associate degree through a partnership with CCC
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District Honors Dedicated Crossing Guards who Protect Students During Morning and Afternoon Commutes
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Chicago Public Schools and City Colleges of Chicago Partner for Second Annual “CCC Enrollment Days”
17 May 2023
CPS Students Headed to City Colleges of Chicago Register for Classes
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Nurses Receive Awards for Extraordinary Service to CPS Students and Schools
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Educators, agriculturalists, students and community members attended workshops and learned about caring for farm animals
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Teach Chicago Tomorrow “Signing Day” Recognizes Students Who Are Pursuing a Career in Education
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Chicago Public Schools Fills Chief Talent Role
26 April 2023
New chief adds innovative approach to District’s recruitment and retention efforts
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Chicago Public Schools Commemorate Earth Day
21 April 2023
CPS Schools Engage Students on Environmental Issues, Host Various Events to Foster Sustainability and Awareness
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Majority of Star Scholars are CPS Graduates and First-Generation College Students. Event marks first in-person Cording Ceremony since the onset of the pandemic
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City Launches Summer 2023 Youth Programming
20 April 2023
Careers, Internships, and Academic Opportunities Available through One Summer Chicago, My CHI. My Future., School-Based Summer Programs
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Fourth Annual Capital Community Meeting Series Seeks to Engage Community Members through Five Citywide Meetings
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Federal grant promotes diversity, innovation and access to STEAM programs
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Chicago Public Schools Continues Preschool Expansion to Nearly Every City Neighborhood
11 April 2023
Additional 400-plus seats for free full-day preschool for four-year-old students in 2023-24 School Year
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CPS Teachers Selected to Participate in Prestigious Professional Development Opportunity
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Chicago Public Schools Invests in Tutors, Interventionists and Teacher Coaches to Promote Academic Recovery
30 March 2023
Students Receive Additional Academic Support Following COVID-19 Lockdown and Hybrid Learning
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Chicago Public Schools Fills School Support Roles
22 March 2023
New network leaders bring decades of experience to key positions
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Chicago Public Schools Seeks Honorary Student Board of Education Member for 2023-24 School Year
13 March 2023
Application open for rising CPS juniors and seniors until April 28
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Lane Tech College Prep and Amundsen High School Round Out Top Three Spots
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One CPS Principal and 12 Educators Earn National Recognition
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Calendar Continues Practice of Starting Classes Before Labor Day
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Verma to replace Joseph Moriarty, who retires next week after 19 years
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CPS Announces Plan to Expand Cameras for Districts Schools
22 February 2023
Initiative Builds Upon Investments in Student Safety and Wellness
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Crossing Guard Appreciation Month
14 February 2023
District Honors Dedicated Crossing Guards who Protect Students as they Walk to and From School
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Chicago Public Schools and Children First Fund Partner with Cabrera Capital Markets to Strengthen the Financial Literacy of Students and Families
09 February 2023
Generous Partner Invests in Financial Literacy and Postsecondary Awareness for CPS Elementary Students
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates National School Counseling Week
06 February 2023
New $15M grant builds on CPS’ investment in school counseling services
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates Black History Month With District and School-Based Events and Initiatives
01 February 2023
February programs recognize and honor the achievements of the African diaspora
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Chicago Public Schools Celebrates New Building for Lincoln Park Early Learning Center
27 January 2023
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Officially Opens New Facility for School
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Chicago Public Schools Fills Vital Health Role
26 January 2023
New chief health officer brings wealth of public health expertise to CPS
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Two Dozen High Schools Across Chicago Public Schools Earn AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award
23 January 2023
Recipients Recognized for Closing Gender Gap in Computer Science Education
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Chicago Public Schools Posts Proposed 2023-24 Academic Calendar for Feedback Over Next Week
18 January 2023
Draft Calendar Continues Practice of Starting Classes Before Labor Day
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Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Celebrates 2023 Posse Scholars
18 January 2023
CPS students make up majority of Class of 2023 Posse Scholars
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Officially Opens New Facility for School with Dual Language and Fine Arts Programming
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