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Chicago International Charter School is committed to putting children first. CICS operates schools with the firm belief that all children can learn and deserve access to a great school. Our outcomes demonstrate that this is not just a belief but a fact. Placing children first, we are committed to greatness, and focused on ensuring all of our students have the skills for college and beyond.
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Our Vision is to operate the highest academic performing K-12 continuum of schools in the districts we serve, eradicating the achievement gap and providing graduates with the academic and psychosocial skills required to be successful in a competitive 4 year college or university. Our 9,200 students, 550 teachers, and 16 campuses are all Committed to Greatness.
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2012 was a year of significant progress for CICS. With 91% of our high school graduates accepted to college, and our average elementary school student closing the achievement gap, we have a lot to celebrate.
Click here for our 2012 Press Kit
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