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Help Shape the Superintendent/ CEO Search

The Chicago Board of Education is launching a national search for the next Superintendent/CEO of CPS. Learn more about the search, including how to get involved and make your voice heard.

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What's Happening at CPS

Find the latest updates, announcements and news from the district.

Explore the New Arts Education Plan

The Arts Education Plan 2.0 is a bold and forward-looking vision for what is possible for arts education in every school, for every student, across every neighborhood. Our plan is more than a roadmap—it is a renewed promise of equity—and a reaffirmed belief that every child in Chicago deserves the transformative power of the arts.

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Join Your Local School Council

Your Local School Council (LSC) needs your support. Apply to fill an open seat on your LSC as a parent, staff member, student, or community member and make a difference at your school.

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Guidance and Resources Regarding New Presidential Administration

View important information regarding the potential impact of the incoming presidential administration on CPS school communities.

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Expanding Mental Heath Services for Our Students

We're excited to announce that all CPS high school students will now have access to free, high-quality online therapy and counseling through a new partnership between CPS, United Health Care, and Hazel Health, the nation’s largest school-centered provider of telehealth services.

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Community Updates

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19 May 2025
New Meeting Dates Added Regarding the Search for our District’s Next Leader
In a letter to families, Chicago Board of Education President Sean B. Harden provides updated information about community meetings regarding the search for the District's next CEO.


16 May 2025
End of Week Message: Protecting Our Hard-Fought Progress
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez outlines the District's approach to school budgets.


15 May 2025
An Important Update on Teen Safety
In a letter to families, CPS shares an important message about youth safety from the Chicago Police Department.


13 May 2025
Lend Your Voice to the Search for our Next CPS Leader
In a letter to families, Board President Sean B. Harden outlines upcoming community engagement opportunities related to the District's superintendent/CEO search.


13 May 2025
Working to Maintain Investments in Next Year’s School Budgets
In a letter to families, CPS CEO Pedro Martinez provides an update on next year's school budgets.

A District on the Rise

Since 2001, CPS’ four-year high school graduation rate has more than doubled, reaching a new record high in 2024. This progress made over such a short period of time has transformed the lives of countless graduates, and is a testament to what can be accomplished when students are centered in everything.

84.1%

2024 Four-Year Graduation Rate

Five-Year Strategic Plan

Our five-year strategic plan is the start of a new journey for our city’s children—a journey through which they will have the tools, resources, and support they need to excel both in and out of the classroom.

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School Profile Search

Explore the unique identities and characteristics of the schools that make up our District. As you browse our school profiles, you may notice that a lot has changed. We’ve made major updates to the information in the profiles to support CPS’ new approach to school practices and student outcomes. See what’s new.

School Locator

See all CPS schools and neighborhood boundaries on this searchable map.

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Enroll and Apply

Start your journey at CPS by finding the school or program that's right for you.

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GoCPS

Explore and apply to elementary and high schools across Chicago.

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Chicago Early Learning

Explore early childhood education options throughout Chicago.

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