Crane Medical Preparatory High School

Crane Medical Preparatory High School is proud to announce that the Local School Council has voted to renew Principal Benson’s contract.

This decision reflects the LSC’s continued belief in Principal Benson’s leadership, vision, and commitment to moving Crane Medical Prep forward. Under her leadership, students have experienced measurable gains and set school records in Early College, health science certifications, and work-based learning exposure.

Crane students have continued to expand their opportunities beyond the classroom, including increased access to career-connected learning, health science pathways, and STEM experiences. Our STEM department has created opportunities for students to engage in team-based challenges that build collaboration, problem-solving, innovation, and critical thinking.

Our Athletics Department has also continued to grow, with an increase in winning seasons and a historic number of student-athletes continuing their postsecondary education with athletic scholarships to help fund their future.

While we celebrate this progress, we also recognize that there is still important work ahead. The LSC is confident that Principal Benson will continue to lead Crane Medical Prep in the right direction with purpose, accountability, and a clear vision for student success.

Congratulations, Principal Benson, and thank you to the Local School Council for believing in the continued growth and future of Crane Medical Prep.

This has been an incredible year for our Class of 2026, with so many achievements worth celebrating!

Today, I was excited to learn that our students earned 3rd place in the 2026 Illinois Journalism Education Association (IJEA) Newspaper and Digital News Media Contest.

I am so proud of our scholars for using their voices, creativity, and storytelling skills to represent Crane Medical Prep with excellence. This accomplishment is another reminder that our students are not only preparing for their futures—they are already making their mark.

Congratulations to our student journalists and the staff members who continue to support and inspire them!

Marilyn Burton
Joshua Antunez
Jaclyn Griffin
TaDeja Harris
Nicholas Lucena
Briana Chihuaque
Katie Ginzalez-Molina

Thank you for our teachers Michelle Drayton and Geoffrey Gawne for their support with the students success.

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You are warmly invited to Crane Medical Prep HS 3rd annual Community Health Fair on Thurs, May 21st, 1pm-4pm, at Crane 2245 W. Jackson Blvd, rain or shine.

Crane students are organizing this fair to grow as health promoters in our communities. FREE Services provided at the event include:
Medical screenings for diabetes, asthma, and hypertension
FREE fresh groceries! Leave with a bag full of delicious nutrition!
Resources and referrals for: daycare, rent & utilities assistance, food insecurity, and gym memberships
Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Volunteers 16 and older are invited to sign up and help us reach our goal of 50 pints of life-saving blood
Test for toxic lead in your yard! Just bring a small amount of soil in a sealed ziplock bag.
Voter registration with Chicago Votes - your voice is your power
Connect with many other community organizations and activists working for change!
Music, art, community, and FUN!
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Check out Juniors Maliyah Green and Terrell Patton, showcasing their skills at the STEAMFest held at the Field Museum, contributing to Crane's 2nd place finish in the design challenge. Great job Cougars! 🔴🔵

Chicago Public Schools students compete in NASCAR design challenge at Field Museum More than 500 Chicago Public Schools students were at the Field Museum Thursday to participate in the fourth annual NASCAR STEAM Fest Design Challenge.

You are warmly invited to Crane Medical Prep HS 3rd annual Community Health Fair on Thurs, May 21st, 1pm-4pm, at Crane 2245 W. Jackson Blvd, rain or shine.

Crane students are organizing this fair to grow as health promoters in our communities.

FREE Services provided at the event include:
•Medical screenings for diabetes, asthma, and hypertension
•FREE fresh groceries! Leave with a bag full of delicious nutrition!
•Resources and referrals for: daycare, rent & utilities assistance, food insecurity, and gym memberships
•Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Volunteers 16 and older are invited to sign up and help us reach our goal of 50 pints of life-saving blood
•Test for toxic lead in your yard! Just bring a small amount of soil in a sealed ziplock bag.
•Voter registration with Chicago Votes - your voice is your power
•Connect with many other community organizations and activists working for change!
•Music, art, community, and FUN!

Your attention please….allow me to introduce to you our trailblazing Boeing STEM Scholarship Winners! Seniors Justin Long, Destiny Craig, Maria Boyso-Perez, Jamiya Jordan, Joshua Antunez, Charles Sidney and Tadeja Harris have earned this exceptional award, and we couldn't be prouder! Congratulations, Crane Scholars, on this outstanding achievement! 🔵🔴

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Enterologists (ASGE) came strong with over 20 volunteers (surgeons, medical device professionals, pharmacists, and general staff) to introduce our CTE Health Science students to the breadth of career opportunities within GI, provide foundational education on gastroenterology and endoscopy, and offer hands-on, interactive learning experiences.

Crane Medical Prep students are organizing their 3rd annual Community Health Fair.

You are invited!

FREE Services provided at the event include:
Medical screenings for diabetes, asthma, and hypertension

FREE fresh groceries! Leave with a bag full of delicious nutrition!

Resources and referrals for: daycare, rent & utilities assistance, food insecurity, and gym memberships

Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Volunteers 16 and older are invited to sign up and help us reach our goal of 50 pints of life-saving blood

Test for toxic lead in your yard! Just bring a small amount of soil in a sealed ziplock bag.

Voter registration with Chicago Votes - your voice is your power

Connect with many other community organizations and activists working for change!

Music, art, community, and FUN!

We hope you can join us!

It’s family friendly, and the more the merrier.

Below is our event website with more details and an easy link to RSVP.

https://sites.google.com/cps.edu/cranecommunity

A groundbreaking achievement is now a reality, paving the way for many more to come. For the FIRST TIME EVER…The class of 2026 proudly boasts six seniors who have earned their Associate's Degree, a testament to their dedication and perseverance. Congratulations to Briana Chihuaque, Marilyn Burton, Katie Gonzalez-Molina, Jacob Reed (np), Charles Sidney (np), and Kennyah Haynes (np) on this impressive accomplishment, earned through their hard work at Malcolm X College.

We are proud of all of you and your accomplishments!