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Services and Programs

CPS offers a continuum of services and programs to students found eligible for special education.

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

IDEA requires to the maximum extent appropriate, students with disabilities, including students in public or private institutions or other care facilities, are educated with students in the general education classroom. Special classes, separate schools or other removal of students with disabilities from the general education classroom occurs only when the nature or severity of the student’s disability is such that education in the general education classroom with the use of supplementary aids and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily. The placement/LRE decision is based on the student’s unique needs and not on the student’s disabilities.

CPS Services

Once a child qualifies for an IEP, the school works together with the child’s guardian to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP). The child’s IEP guides the type, scope and assignment of services and supports the child receives from Chicago Public Schools in the Least Restrictive Environment.

CPS Programs

Teaching Models

At CPS, the first placement option considered for students with disabilities is a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), which is a regular education classroom that provides supplemental aids and services as needed. By offering and providing multiple  varied types of teaching models, students will receive instruction that best meets their needs and provides more opportunity for success.

Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services

773-553-1800

773-553-1801 (Fax)

odlss@cps.edu

42 W. Madison St.
Chicago, IL 60602

Have Questions?

Complete and submit this form to provide feedback or request assistance and support for your child on special education topics such as remote learning.

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For questions around special education services, please contact the ODLSS District Representative or Special Education Administrator assigned to your school, Parent Involvement Specialists are also available.

For concerns specific to your child's school nursing services, please review this document. You may also contact us directly using the information below.

Contact Information

School Assignment Services
773-553-1847

Student Transportation
773-553-2860

Nursing Information
(773) 553-Kids (5437)
oshwnursing@cps.edu

SSCA Helpline
773-553-1843