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News and Stories from across the District

11 April 2025

Arabic Teacher at Volta Elementary School Enriches Instruction through Travel

Ms. Saba says that her school's welcoming environment makes it feel like home. 

09 April 2025

A Look Back at a Milestone Year

As a new school leader, AP Digby's goal is to provide students with the opportunity to find joy in their learning and put a smile on their faces each day.

08 April 2025

It Takes a Village to Build a School Leader

AP Nuñez builds camaraderie with assistant principals across the District to help guide her through her first year as a school leader. 

07 April 2025

AP = “All Purpose”: Creating Community Among School Leaders

AP Alvarez and AP Krzysztofiak are focused on creating community among other school leaders. 

04 April 2025

From CPS Student, to Counselor, to School Leader: Get to Know AP Terry Batey

For AP Batey, seeing students' growth is the most rewarding part of his job.

04 April 2025

Changing the World through Technology: Take Five with Nicholas Anaya, Golden Apple Finalist

According to Mr. Anaya, one of the best things about Lindblom is the school’s robust Career and Technical Education program.

04 April 2025

Getting to Know an Exceptional Student from Brooks College Prep

We have so many exceptional seniors who will be graduating from high school later this year, and Oluwadara is among the best.

04 April 2025

Highlighting an Outstanding Senior at Farragut Career Academy

You can’t create a list of our amazing members of the Class of 2025 without including Ximena. 

02 April 2025

Get to Know Two Golden Apple Finalists from Lake View High School

Lake View High School is the only school in Chicago to have two staff members named as Golden Apple finalists!

21 March 2025

Introducing ISBE’s Bilingual Teacher of the Year: Take Five with Jessica Suarez Nieto

Ms. Jessica is a champion of dual language education.

20 March 2025

Getting to Know an Award-Winning Educator from Poe Classical School

Ms. Agboola centers her work on cultivating a classroom culture where students feel seen, valued, and empowered. 

20 March 2025

Celebrating a Veteran CPS Math Teacher and Golden Apple Finalist

Mr. Hurtado hopes his students know that he genuinely cares about their academic success.