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October is Principal Appreciation Month , a time to honor and celebrate the leaders who make a difference in our schools every day. We’re celebrating CICS West Belden Principal ...

At CICS West Belden, we believe that all of our alumni are truly Distinctive. In this season of giving back, we are celebrating alumni Zenobia Ellis , who is studying to become a...

We’re continuing to share gratitude throughout November, today we are celebrating our CICS West Belden community, who have so much to be grateful for. We believe in the power of c...

CICS Bucktown hosted the 14th annual Distinctive Schools high school fair connecting students from CICS Bucktown, CICS Irving Park, and CICS West Belden with over 40 high scho...

CICS West Belden’s goal has always been to improve student outcomes. This year, our middle school math team is taking this commitment to the next level by joining the LEAP Innovat...

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Distinctive Schools is spotlighting our incredible bilingual programming. Our commitment to bilingual education isn't just about teaching two ...

Still looking for the right fit for your student? Distinctive Schools campuses are still accepting K–12 grade applications for the 2024–2025 school year! Whether your child has ju...

In case you missed this and would like to receive this in your email, you can sign up here . Welcome! Distinctive Schools Partners & Friends – We are officially of...

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the Distinctive Schools community! Our CEO, Scott Frauenheim, has been selected as a fellow for Leadership Greater Chicago’s 40th...

The partnership provides certification assistance for teachers at high-performing public charter schools in Chicago. American College of EducationⓇ (ACE ) recently partnered wit...

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we have an opportunity to break the stigma around mental health in our campuses by talking openly, compassionately, and kindly to each other. No...

On April 25, 2024 an energetic assembly of CICS West Belden students eagerly lined up, bursting into cheers as the Enchanted Backpack van arrived to deliver a generous donation t...

April 24, 2024 - In a groundbreaking collaboration, PeacePlayers Chicago and Distinctive Schools joined forces to present "Our Voice Matters," a special Martin Luther King Jr. C...

National School Counseling Week is February 5th-9th. We thank our school counselors for their contributions to our students and school communities. School counselors help studen...

Social workers serve as a lifeline during challenging times. Embarking on a career in social work requires hands-on experience and a commitment to making a positive community impa...

Happy holidays! With winter break upon us, we encourage you to relax, unwind, and settle into a safe and restful break. The holiday season is a time for togetherness and joy, b...

Distinctive Schools created a Vision for Learning , naming seven key points we are all striving to achieve as a network. Last year, we developed a Learner Advisory group, meeting...

Happy Thanksgiving to our Distinctive families! We hope you take time this break to connect with loved ones and recharge. Even though our schools are closed, you will continue to ...

World Kindness Day World Kindness Day on November 13 is a day to recognize the importance of being kind to each other, ourselves, and the world. On this day, participants cel...

As part of our mission to create diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning, Distinctive Schools is designing more equitable schools t...