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Those who know us @chischoolgps know we often say that students with engaged, well resourced parents will be fine wherever they attend school (public, private, city or suburbs) precisely because of the advantages afforded to them since birth. This NYT article highlights that with findings: https://ow.ly/9vcu50Q5E8E #school #equity #publicschools #privateschools #elementary #highschool

Those who know us @chischoolgps know we often say that students with engaged, well resourced parents will be fine wherever they attend school (public, private, city or suburbs) precisely because of the advantages afforded to them since birth. This NYT article highlights that with findings: https://ow.ly/9vcu50Q5E8E
#school #equity #publicschools #privateschools #elementary #highschool

Earliest Deadline Ever for CPS K-9th Grade Applications: 11/9/23 @ 5pm! Remember to complete your 2024-2025 CPS Application now! https://mailchi.mp/chischoolgps/enewsletter-9413470 #CPS #elementary #highschool #application #GoCPS #kindergarten #chicago #school

Earliest Deadline Ever for CPS K-9th Grade Applications: 11/9/23 @ 5pm! Remember to complete your 2024-2025 CPS Application now!
https://mailchi.mp/chischoolgps/enewsletter-9413470
#CPS #elementary #highschool #application #GoCPS #kindergarten #chicago #school

Stop by our table at today's 11/5/23 South Side Early Childhood & Grade School Fair, hosted by The Ancona School and Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School, from 11am-1pm for families with students from 1-14 years old. #southside #school #fair

Stop by our table at today's 11/5/23 South Side Early Childhood & Grade School Fair, hosted by The Ancona School and Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School, from 11am-1pm for families with students from 1-14 years old. #southside #school #fair

It's "Take 2" for CPS HS Admissions Test https://mailchi.mp/chischoolgps/enewsletter-9407538

It's "Take 2" for CPS HS Admissions Test https://mailchi.mp/chischoolgps/enewsletter-9407538

CPS has rescheduled the HSAT for all families. Read more about it at https://ow.ly/HSQk50PYlmh For Families with an 8th Grader in CPS: The HSAT re-test for CPS 8th graders taking the exam in English will take place on either Tuesday, October 24 or Wednesday, October 25. The student's school will follow up directly with the exact testing date. The HSAT re-test for CPS 8th graders taking the exam in other languages will take place on Wednesday, November 1. For Families with an 8th Grader Not in CPS: HSAT testing for this weekend (October 21 and 22) has been CANCELED. Non-CPS 8th graders must re-submit their applications and re-register for the HSAT on Saturday October 28, Sunday October 29, or Sunday November 5.

CPS has rescheduled the HSAT for all families. Read more about it at https://ow.ly/HSQk50PYlmh

For Families with an 8th Grader in CPS: The HSAT re-test for CPS 8th graders taking the exam in English will take place on either Tuesday, October 24 or Wednesday, October 25. The student's school will follow up directly with the exact testing date. The HSAT re-test for CPS 8th graders taking the exam in other languages will take place on Wednesday, November 1.

For Families with an 8th Grader Not in CPS: HSAT testing for this weekend (October 21 and 22) has been CANCELED.
Non-CPS 8th graders must re-submit their applications and re-register for the HSAT on Saturday October 28, Sunday October 29, or Sunday November 5.

Neighborhood Parents Network has been a trusted resource for Chicago families for over 40 years! This fall, they are hosting their first-ever Education & Community Fair and would love for your family to attend! The Education & Community Fair will be held on October 21st at Kennicott Park. Admission is FREE for all Chicago parents and caregivers. RSVP today to chat with school reps and attend breakout sessions on CPS 101, Paying for Private School, and Understanding IEPs! #chischoolgps will be presenting about #CPS #elementary #schools https://ow.ly/wu5650PXfTx

Neighborhood Parents Network has been a trusted resource for Chicago families for over 40 years! This fall, they are hosting their first-ever Education & Community Fair and would love for your family to attend! The Education & Community Fair will be held on October 21st at Kennicott Park. Admission is FREE for all Chicago parents and caregivers. RSVP today to chat with school reps and attend breakout sessions on CPS 101, Paying for Private School, and Understanding IEPs! #chischoolgps will be presenting about #CPS #elementary #schools https://ow.ly/wu5650PXfTx

Interested in learning more about the enrollment process for diverse learners from K to HS? RSVP for a session from CPS's Office of Diverse Learner Supports & Services on 10/17/23 @ 5:30-7pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5obAWnbbuvL6QlrAFlgpwJSLEehZ1MaErK3Xz9WDqFTjSMQ/viewform

Interested in learning more about the enrollment process for diverse learners from K to HS? RSVP for a session from CPS's Office of Diverse Learner Supports & Services on 10/17/23 @ 5:30-7pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5obAWnbbuvL6QlrAFlgpwJSLEehZ1MaErK3Xz9WDqFTjSMQ/viewform

Find your #middle #schooler's best fit High School at the 2023 #HiddenGems #HighSchool Fair on 10/1/23 from 1-4pm. Featuring public, private and boarding schools along with helpful resource vendors, it's an afternoon sure to be filled with information to kick off your high school search. RSVP now. Hosted by @wolcottcollegeprep https://chischoolgps.com/hiddengems/

Find your #middle #schooler's best fit High School at the 2023 #HiddenGems #HighSchool Fair on 10/1/23 from 1-4pm. Featuring public, private and boarding schools along with helpful resource vendors, it's an afternoon sure to be filled with information to kick off your high school search. RSVP now. Hosted by @wolcottcollegeprep https://chischoolgps.com/hiddengems/

Tour a School to Gauge What's "Best"

Tour a School to Gauge What's "Best"

The back-to-school season is here! Whether your family has just begun its school journey or you're looking to explore your school options, Chicago's #1 School Fair has the resources you need to make an informed decision! @npnparents' Annual Preschool & Elementary School Fair is next week on September 23rd! RSVP today to chat with school reps, attend informative sessions, and connect with other parents! See you there! #preschool #elementary #schoolfair #chicago https://ow.ly/MfSp50PMQfY

The back-to-school season is here! Whether your family has just begun its school journey or you're looking to explore your school options, Chicago's #1 School Fair has the resources you need to make an informed decision! @npnparents' Annual Preschool & Elementary School Fair is next week on September 23rd! RSVP today to chat with school reps, attend informative sessions, and connect with other parents! See you there! #preschool #elementary #schoolfair #chicago https://ow.ly/MfSp50PMQfY