"Parents, you have a choice!"

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New public schools are open to all children.

New School Facts

New schools are public schools
Currently serve a student population that is 64% African American, 30% Latino,and 85% low-income. (CPS Office of New Schools)
Not selective enrollment. No academic testing required for admission
No tuition.
Applications must be submitted.

More than 80 new schools have opened, with strong results.

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Urban Prep Academy for Young Men Charter School

Before Urban Prep, college prep schools for boys were only available to families who could afford tuition.

To ensure that every student succeeds in college, Urban Prep offers small classes, positive male role models and a six-week summer program.

University of Chicago Charter School - Donogue Campus

In just one school year (2005-2006), the percentage of Kindergarteners reading at grade level rose from 18% to 84% -- a 400% jump!

Noble Street Charter School

The highest performing non-selective admission high school in Chicago, Noble Street has a 95% attendance rate and a drop out rate of only 1.9%.

More than 80% of graduates continue to postsecondary education.

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Anthony Daniels-Halisi, Co-Founder, Betty Shabazz International Charter Schools

"We have opened two new schools in Auburn-Gresham and Bronzeville. By integrating African culture, history and principles, our students develop a strong sense of cultural pride and self-respect that inspires them to achieve high academic results."

Paul Adams, Founder, Providence St. Mel, Co-Founder, Providence Englewood

"In 1978, I worked with parents to keep the doors at Providence St. Mel open. Since then, 100% of our seniors have been accepted to college. Through Renaissance 2010, we opened a public school, Providence Englewood. Teaching is tailored to each student's needs. Every student will go to college. We will find a way or make one."