Expo


Learn about Chicago's new public schools at:

The 3rd Annual New Schools EXPO:

 

Presented by: Parents for School Choice & the Chicago Public Schools


What:

A showcase of Chicago's newest public schools, including charter schools.

Both elementary and high school campuses will be in attendance. Click here for a complete list of participating schools. 

When:

Saturday, January 30, 2010
9:30am - 2:00pm

Where:

Soldier Field (Indoors)
1410 South Museum Campus Drive
United Club Level One (indoors)

Click here for map.

 

 

What to Do:

  • Meet new school leaders
  • Apply to new public elementary and high schools
  • Talk to other parents who are exploring the new schools
  • Attend workshops such as: What Makes a Quality School, From a Parent's Perspective, and more!
  • Access resources from Chicago Public Schools partners and other city departments, including the Chicago Department of Public Health, which will be giving free H1N1 flu shots at the event.

 

Participating Schools:

For a full listing of schools participating in this year’s EXPO, please click here. Schools are listed in alphabetical order.

 

What to Bring with You:

If you plan to apply to schools directly on-site at the EXPO, you are strongly encouraged to bring photo copies of the following identification items with you:

  • Parent/Guardian license or ID card (not valid for proof of residency)
  • Parent/Guardian proof of Chicago residency (i.e. utility, mortgage, medical card, bank statement, check card, voter registration card. No rental leases or cell phone bills accepted)

Many participating schools require this information when applying to prove that you and your child reside in Chicago. Without these items you may not be able to fully complete an application at the event.

 

Cost: FREE

  • FREE admission, FREE parking, CTA accessible

 

Get Involved:


If you would like to get involved in the EXPO as a sponsor, volunteer or community partner, please contact Karen Corken at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

 

Getting There:

 

By Public Transportation

Soldier Field is easily accessible by both CTA bus and train. 

 

Take the CTA Green, Orange or Red line train to Roosevelt where you can pick up a free shuttle to Soldier Field.

Take the #12 Roosevelt bus to the Shedd Aquarium bus stop and walk 0.3 miles to Soldier Field.

Take the #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express bus to the McFetridge & Park District Building stop and walk 0.3 miles to Soldier Field.

 

By Free Shuttle Bus

Free shuttle buses will be running back and forth from the Roosevelt L stop between 9:30am and 2:30pm.

 

By Car

FREE parking will be available in the South Garage which is adjacent to the EXPO venue

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