the application process
The application process is simple.
- All prospective students/families will be required to complete an initial application allowing the school to collect basic information including the student's name, date of birth, current grade, and other such information. Please note that no information will be collected that could be used to deny your child entry to the school including grades, test scores, IEP information, or other such information.
- If the student is awarded a seat, the student/family will be required to complete a thorough registration requiring the submission of additional information and documentation.
- If the student is not awarded a seat due to capacity, the school will enact the lottery application process for the student.
THE lottery process
Date Lottery Will Be Held: First Friday of May
Time of Lottery: 9:00 AM
Location of Lottery: Lottery for Primary School Students will be held at the Primary Campus
5545 W. Harrison Chicago, IL 60644
Lottery for Middle School Students will be held at the Middle School Campus
116 N. LeClaire Chicago, IL 60644
Application Deadline: There is not an application deadline. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. If a grade reaches capacity after the lottery date, the student will be placed on a waitlist.
How it works: All students on the lottery list will be entered into an electronic random name picker which will be projected onto a screen. The principal, or a designee, will then use the picker to randomly select names until all available seats are filled. Please note that this entire process as well as regular updates regarding the lottery status is sent to Chicago Public Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my family attend?
Each family is permitted to bring two (2) guests in addition to any student(s) who may be included in the lottery.
Will my child receive priority status if he/she has a sibling already enrolled at the school?
Yes, any student who has a sibling already enrolled at the school will automatically receive a seat if it is available. Please note that priority student refers to the immediate relative (brother or sister) of a currently enrolled student or those currently living with (proof required) a currently enrolled student.
When will I know my child’s status?
Parents will be notified immediately if in attendance at the lottery. Otherwise, phone calls will be made the day of the lottery. If families cannot be reached, a letter will be sent home via certified mail.
How long do I have to make a decision?
Parents need to contact the school within two (2) business days. Failure to do so will forfeit the students seat.
What if my student is on the waitlist?
If seats remain open after the lottery process, families will be contacted in the order in which they applied. They will have two (2) business days to respond to the offer before their seat is forfeited and the next family is contacted.
How long will I remain on the waitlist?
All students will remain on the waitlist until they are enrolled, asked to be removed, or until the conclusion of the first quarter.
Time of Lottery: 9:00 AM
Location of Lottery: Lottery for Primary School Students will be held at the Primary Campus
5545 W. Harrison Chicago, IL 60644
Lottery for Middle School Students will be held at the Middle School Campus
116 N. LeClaire Chicago, IL 60644
Application Deadline: There is not an application deadline. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. If a grade reaches capacity after the lottery date, the student will be placed on a waitlist.
How it works: All students on the lottery list will be entered into an electronic random name picker which will be projected onto a screen. The principal, or a designee, will then use the picker to randomly select names until all available seats are filled. Please note that this entire process as well as regular updates regarding the lottery status is sent to Chicago Public Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my family attend?
Each family is permitted to bring two (2) guests in addition to any student(s) who may be included in the lottery.
Will my child receive priority status if he/she has a sibling already enrolled at the school?
Yes, any student who has a sibling already enrolled at the school will automatically receive a seat if it is available. Please note that priority student refers to the immediate relative (brother or sister) of a currently enrolled student or those currently living with (proof required) a currently enrolled student.
When will I know my child’s status?
Parents will be notified immediately if in attendance at the lottery. Otherwise, phone calls will be made the day of the lottery. If families cannot be reached, a letter will be sent home via certified mail.
How long do I have to make a decision?
Parents need to contact the school within two (2) business days. Failure to do so will forfeit the students seat.
What if my student is on the waitlist?
If seats remain open after the lottery process, families will be contacted in the order in which they applied. They will have two (2) business days to respond to the offer before their seat is forfeited and the next family is contacted.
How long will I remain on the waitlist?
All students will remain on the waitlist until they are enrolled, asked to be removed, or until the conclusion of the first quarter.