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News and Stories from across the District

09 April 2026

Take Five with Maria Vazquez-Listenbee: Assistant Principal at José de Diego Elementary School

AP Listenbee describes herself as a "warm demander" who leads with empathy and centers transparency to build joy within her school community.  

08 April 2026

Meet Six Outstanding Assistant Principals from Across the District

Each of our APs does a remarkable job of building relationships with students, staff, and families to lead their school community to new levels of excellence.  

19 March 2026

Take Five with Triet Nguyen: Seventh-Grade Math Teacher at Farnsworth Elementary

Mr. Nguyen takes every opportunity to help his students believe in themselves.

16 March 2026

Take Five with Adrian Gonzalez, School Clerk at Holden Elementary

One of Mr. Gonzalez's main priorities is to make sure students know they are the most important part of his day.

06 March 2026

Take Five with Brian Cleary, Motor Truck Driver for Facilities, Warehousing, and Logistics Services

Brian is concluding his CPS career today after 53 years of dedicated service.

04 March 2026

Excelling in a New Role in School Leadership

As an assistant principal, Ms. Sims is able to use her experience as a teacher in new ways to support all of the students in her school community.

26 February 2026

Exploring the Living Black History Wax Museum at Lenart Regional Gifted Center

This year, the museum was part of a school-wide Humanities Night!

20 February 2026

Take Five with Michael Espinosa: Music Teacher at Juarez High School

Mr. Espinosa's favorite part of his job is witnessing his students' progress through their musical journeys.

13 February 2026

Take Five with Lilian Blaser: Manager of Professional Learning with the Department of Arts Education

Lilian is deeply empathetic and quick to uplift the people around her.

06 February 2026

Take Five with Dr. Mark Clayton, School Counselor at King College Prep

Dr. Clayton's favorite part of his work is supporting students and building community with counselors at King and around the district.

04 February 2026

Reaching One Career Goal after Another

Ms. Henderson is hoping to expand her leadership skills further and make an even greater impact at her school.

04 February 2026

Celebrating Exceptional Leadership in Englewood

Principal Latimer-Lake is making an incredible impact on her school and community.