A report by Wirepoints showed that 53 schools do not have any students who can do math at their grade level and that at 30 schools, no student can read at grade level statewide. #ctu
A cross-departmental District team began plotting summer offerings last December and the Board of Education later set aside $30 million to support efforts.
This award is being presented to CPS for its leadership in establishing the Healthy CPS program, which aligns with the District's core value to serve the whole child so students are healthy, safe, engaged and academically challenged.
The District will continue to offer free, nutritionally-balanced meals at various locations across the District this summer, beginning Monday, June 27.
#cps
“We are immensely fortunate to expand this proven mental health model with a world-class children’s hospital,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez.
#mentalhealth
Recipients were chosen based on a variety of criteria, including their academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, participation in school and community activities, work experience, future goals, and financial need.
As Chicago Public Schools (CPS) continues to serve more than 330,000 students this school year, the District announced Wednesday that some of its current leaders are stepping into top administrator roles.
#cps