There are a few simple steps students can follow to put themselves in the best possible position to succeed in school.
The first step is to go to school everyday and be on time for class. This can be accomplished by sticking to a regular schedule of activities from the time you wake up in the morning, until the time you go to sleep at night.
Going to bed at a set bedtime every night will help you to feel well rested and alert each day.
Students should plan ahead by putting out their clothes the night before to better prepare them for the next day.
Students should use a daily/weekly calendar to maximize efficient use of their time.
Students should eat a protein-rich breakfast every morning and buy or bring healthy lunches and avoid eating junk food during the day.
Reading is important to success in school. Students should set aside time outside of school to read every day. There are recommended reading lists for each grade level of books that every student should read outside of school.
Students should focus on doing homework every day at a set homework time, such as 7 - 8 p.m. each night.
Set academic goals for yourself and work to achieve them.
If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail me below.
All students entering school for the first time, or entering Kindergarten, 1st grade, 5th grade or 9th grade are required to have physical examinations and immunizations.
Early Registration/Immunizations are scheduled at local schools.
For more information, please contact the Chicago Public Schools at 125 South Clark Street, Chicago,Illinois 60603. 773-553-1000
Immunizations: Students entering school for the first time, or those entering kindergarten or first-, fifth- and ninth-grades, must have current medical exams and all required immunizations. Those entering preschool must also have medical exams within one year and lead screenings. Learn more about CPS Immunizations/Medical Requirements.
Lunch Programs: The Chicago Public Schools participate in the National School Lunch and National School Breakfast programs, serving nutritious meals each school day. Some students are eligible for free and reduced-price lunches. Learn more about these School Lunch Programs.
Transportation Services: Learn how to get Transportation Services for your child.
Enrollment: How do you enroll your child in the Chicago Public Schools? As a Chicago resident, you have many choices about which school your child attends. CPS offers a variety of programs that appeal to students' interests and talents. See Board Policy on Enrollment and Transfer of Students in the CPS at: http://policy.cps.k12.il.us/documents/702.1.pdf
Elementary
Elementary students can attend their neighborhood school without applying. They also can apply to any magnet school or program. Neighborhood schools that offer magnet programs may require applications for particular programs. For example, Pritzker Elementary accepts all attendance-area students and is also a Regional Gifted Center. Although attendance-area students can enroll in the school without applying, they must apply to the gifted program.
High School
Students in Chicago can apply to the high school of their choice, whether or not it's an magnet school or program. They can also attend their neighborhood school without applying. Chicago offers a variety of schools and programs, so it's a good idea to start the selection process early.
Neighborhood Schools
Parent Information
General Tips
Beginning with the first day of school, keep children on a schedule from the time they wake up until the time they go to sleep.
Parents should visit open houses, register early and get all required immunizations so they can be prepared for the first day of school, Sept. 2nd.
Parents should enforce a set bedtime each night for elementary as well as high school students.
Parents should request a set homework time, such as 7 - 8 p.m. each night.
Parents should encourage students to use a daily/weekly calendar to maximize efficient use of their time.
Students should use a daily/weekly calendar to maximize efficient use of their time.
Parents should look in their child's book bag for school correspondence.
Prepare dinner menus for the entire week for stability and consistency.
Make sure your child eats a protein-rich breakfast every morning and buys or brings healthy lunches.
Parents should create a positive culture with their child to foster success.
Parents should make sure there are clean clothes ready for their child each day.
Academic Tips
Schoolwork should be a priority when planning your child's work and extracurricular activities.
Communicate nightly with your child and ask them about school schedules and school work.
Read nightly with your child. It could be a newspaper, novel or magazine. Be sure to discuss what you have read.
Set an exact time in the evening when you will go over your child's schoolwork.
Discuss world events with your child.
Create estimation games, by asking such questions as, "How many miles is it to your school from home, or how many feet is a particular building?
Encourage your child to begin working on assignments right away to avoid procrastination and unwanted stress.
Create academic goals with your child.
Write down the reasons your child wants to succeed in school. Thus, when a day gets difficult, your child can view all of the good reasons they want to succeed.
Important School Details
If you change jobs or move you should make sure that the school has your child's most current emergency forms updated.
Attend LSC and/or PTA meetings.
Volunteer in your child's classroom and build a relationship with the teacher and school.
Ask your principal for a list of the yearly goals for curriculum.
Make an appointment to meet your child's teacher.
Parents should learn the time schedules of their child's current school. Often times, students move to new areas and there are different time schedules for different schools.
Chicago Public Schools Special Links
http://www.cps.k12.il.us/Parent/
http://www.cps.k12.il.us/Community/
http://www.cps.k12.il.us/Schools/
http://intranet.cps.k12.il.us/
http://www.cps.k12.il.us/AboutCPS/
http://www.csc.cps.k12.il.us/ombuds
http://cosa.cps.k12.il.us
http://cpsmail.cps.k12.il.us
MAYOR DALEY'S KIDSTART AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
KidStart YouthNets- www.cityofchicago.org/HumanServices
After School Matters- www.afterschoolmatters.org
Chicago Park District- www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
Chicago Public Schools- www.cpsafterschool.org
Chicago Public Library- www.chicagopubliclibrary.org
Gallery 37- www.gallery37.org
Job training programs- www.state.il.us/agency/idol
The Chicago Public Schools has compiled a list of basic school supplies that every student should have to complete assignments and perform well in class. Check the list of recommended supplies according to your child's grade level.
Making sure your child attends classes on time every day and is well supplied with the recommended supplies will put them in the best possible position to perform well in school.
Recommended Supplies
Subject to change/per teacher request.
Pre-K through Kindergarten:
Large pencils
Large crayons
Washable markers
Scissors
Glue sticks
Kleenex, paper towels
1st through 3rd:
Pencils
Pocket folders
Notebook
Crayons
Washable markers
Pencil top erasers
Supply box
Glue sticks
Scissors
Ruler
Kleenex, paper towels
4th through 6th:
Pencils
Pocket folders
Notebook
Crayons
Washable markers
Pencil top erasers
Supply box
Glue sticks
Scissors
Ruler
Kleenex, paper towels
Pocket folders
Watercolors
Sketch pad
Student Information
There are a few simple steps students can follow to put themselves in the best possible position to succeed in school.
The first step is to go to school everyday and be on time for class. This can be accomplished by sticking to a regular schedule of activities from the time you wake up in the morning, until the time you go to sleep at night.
Going to bed at a set bedtime every night will help you to feel well rested and alert each day.
Students should plan ahead by putting out their clothes the night before to better prepare them for the next day.
Students should use a daily/weekly calendar to maximize efficient use of their time.
Students should eat a protein-rich breakfast every morning and buy or bring healthy lunches and avoid eating junk food during the day.
Reading is important to success in school. Students should set aside time outside of school to read every day. There are recommended reading lists for each grade level of books that every student should read outside of school.
Students should focus on doing homework every day at a set homework time, such as 7 - 8 p.m. each night.
Set academic goals for yourself and work to achieve them.
If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail me below.