03 October 2025
Take Five with Kenyada Burks: MTSS Coordinator and Instructional Coach at Minnie Miñoso Academy
Ms. Burks is known as a passionate student advocate who is never at rest when she is in the building.
26 September 2025
Take Five with Caroline Depcik, Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Itinerant Teacher with the CPS Office for Students with Disabilities
Ms. Depcik strives to be a role model for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
23 September 2025
Recognizing the Amazing Staff Members who Support our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs
It is the staff members who support our DHH programs who make them truly special.
19 September 2025
Take Five with Priscilla Gonzalez, Dual Language Coordinator at Cooper Dual Language Academy
Ms. Gonzalez's goal is for students to graduate with improved bilingual and biliterate skills and an appreciation for other cultures.
12 September 2025
Take Five with Lillian Wilkins: Hotline Support Representative in the Office of Access and Enrollment
Lillian wants the enrollment process to be as seamless as possible for families.
11 September 2025
Meet the Kindergarten Teacher Going Above and Beyond to Serve Her Community
Ms. Buice knows that supporting a child can be a team effort.
05 September 2025
Take Five with Meg Dierna: School Social Worker at Lincoln Elementary
Ms. Dierna is a passionate advocate for her students.
05 September 2025
Meet the Math Teacher Helping Her Students Reach New Heights in the Classroom
Ms. Schleyer has felt empowered to go above and beyond because of the great support system she has at her school.
05 September 2025
Veteran CPS Social Worker Shares Her Keys to Helping Students Excel
One parent described Ms. Hund as someone who has helped her child thrive by providing a safe space and the support they needed.
06 June 2025
How One Member of the CPS Class of 2025 Discovered His Passion for Music in High School
Gustavo has appreciated the individualized attention he received in high school.
06 June 2025
Meet Three Fantastic Members of the Graham Elementary School Class of 2025
Khloey, Michael, and London are each leaving behind an extremely positive legacy in elementary school.
06 June 2025
Reflecting on Another Type of First: Take Five with Ms. De’Andrea Bell, English Language Arts Teacher at O.A. Thorp Elementary
Ms. Bell is finishing up her first year at Thorp Elementary, and her proudest moments include experiencing her students’ growth.
