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SOUTH LOOP

1601 S DEARBORN St

Chicago, Illinois 60616-1225

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School Overview

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A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

South Loop Elementary School is a dynamic and diverse school in the heart of Chicago's South Loop. South Loop serves families within the neighborhood boundaries and throughout the city of Chicago through its Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Cluster Program, and Early Childhood Center. Our school thrives on a leadership culture by encouraging exploration, inquiry, and learning within a supportive and growing community.

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: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  • Time: 6:15 pm - 7 pm
  • Room: Cafeteria

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PK-8

School Grades

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900

# of Students

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District

Governance

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773-534-8690
Phone

773-534-8689
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08:30 AM-03:30 PM
School Hours

3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
After School Hours

7:45AM - PRIMARY BUILDING ONLY
Earliest Dropoff

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Tara Safonia Shelton
Principal

Natasha Anders
Assistant Principal

Mary Varveris
Assistant Principal

School Menus

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Data About This School

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Curriculum & Instruction

Data about student learning, achievement and classroom curriculum.

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Inclusive & Supportive Learning Environment

Data about student progress, classroom support and the school environment.

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Connectedness & Wellbeing

Data about student attendance, health supports and access to enriching activities.

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Postsecondary Success

Data about student readiness for college, careers and life after graduation.

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Partnerships & Engagement

Data about how families, community and the school work together to support student learning.

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Public Transit

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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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