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NINOS HEROES

8344 S COMMERCIAL Ave

Chicago, Illinois 60617

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School Overview

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A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

Welcome to Niños Heroes Community Academy, where we believe that every student deserves a high-quality education, a supportive learning environment, and opportunities to achieve academic and personal success. At Niños Heroes, our commitment to “Every Student, Every Day, Every Moment” guides everything we do. We are a diverse and inclusive Pre-K–8 learning community dedicated to academic excellence, student growth, and meaningful partnerships with families. Our instructional program emphasizes strong foundations in literacy and mathematics, critical thinking, problem-solving, and student engagement. Through rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, differentiated learning experiences, and targeted academic interventions, we strive to meet the unique needs of every learner, including students with diverse learning abilities and multilingual backgrounds. We believe that education extends beyond the classroom. Our students benefit from enrichment opportunities, cultural celebrations, leadership development, and experiences that promote creativity, confidence, and character. Our dedicated teachers and staff work collaboratively to create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing school environment where students feel valued, supported, and challenged to reach their fullest potential. We recognize that families are essential partners in student success. Together, we are building a school community rooted in high expectations, meaningful relationships, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement. Dr. K. Denton-Hatcher

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: Thursday, November 19, 2026
  • Time: 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm
  • Room: 101

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PK-8

School Grades

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250

# of Students

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District

Governance

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773-535-6694
Phone

773-535-6673
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07:45 AM-02:45 PM
School Hours

3:00-4:00PM
After School Hours

7:30AM
Earliest Dropoff

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Kimberly T Denton
Principal

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Data About This School

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Effective Instruction

Data about student learning, achievement and classroom curriculum.

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Systems for Student Experience

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.

Public Transit

Public Transit

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26, 71, 87, N5

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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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