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ORR HS

730 N PULASKI Rd

Chicago, Illinois 60624

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School Overview

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A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

Mission
The mission of Orr Academy High School, in partnership with parents and community, is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where we promote high academic achievement and effective communication to ensure students compete for college and career opportunities in a global society.
 
Vision
It is the vision of Orr Academy High School to be Chicago’s West side School of choice where all stakeholders serve as the motivating force to guide students toward identifying their personal talents and developing life skills to become continuous learners and responsible citizens.
 
                                              Orr Academy
                                                                where
                                                                        Opportunities Abound!

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, October 27, 2025
  • Time: 2 pm - 2:30 pm

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9-12

School Grades

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279

# of Students

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District

Governance

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773-534-6500
Phone

773-534-6504
Fax

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8:00AM - 2:43PM (MONDAY- FRIDAY)
School Hours

2:45PM - 6:00PM
After School Hours

7:30AM
Earliest Dropoff

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Karen Maria Carpenter
Principal

Demetra Bolos-Hartman
Assistant Principal

Joseph Dixon
Lead Instructional Coach

William Heath
Athletic Director

Tabitha Younan
Counselor

Lily Nachinson
Counselor

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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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53, 66, N66

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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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