CICS Prairie

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CICS Prairie CICS Prairie is a Tuition Free K-8 public charter school in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood, managed by Distinctive Schools.

We provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster academic excellence, creativity and social-emotional growth.

🎨 Creative minds at work! Our kindergarteners are expressing themselves and exploring their artistic side through painti...
10/16/2026

🎨 Creative minds at work! Our kindergarteners are expressing themselves and exploring their artistic side through painting. It’s wonderful to see their imagination and confidence shine with every brushstroke! 🖌️✨



Chicago International Charter School
Distinctive Schools

🗓️ Enjoy the long weekend! This is a reminder that there will be no classes on Monday, October 12th for Indigenous Peopl...
10/08/2026

🗓️ Enjoy the long weekend! This is a reminder that there will be no classes on Monday, October 12th for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The Distinctive Schools network office will also be closed. We can’t wait to see you back in school on Tuesday, October 13th! ✨

10/07/2026

Applications for the 2027-2028 school year are now OPEN! 🎉

At CICS Prairie, we believe in creating a collaborative, innovative, and welcoming school community where every student feels a sense of belonging. ✨ From our joyful environments to our commitment to rigorous academics, CICS Prairie equips all learners with the skills to become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. 📚

CICS Prairie is a tuition-free, K-8 charter school located at 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628. We are a part of the Chicago International Charter School network, and proudly managed by Distinctive Schools. We’re so excited to welcome you to our family! ❤️

👉 If you are searching for a joyful, welcoming school that will put your student first, click here to apply today! https://hubs.li/Q04zsb4s0

Happy National Coaches Day to all of our Chicago International Charter School athletic and academic leaders! 📣 Thank you...
10/06/2026

Happy National Coaches Day to all of our Chicago International Charter School athletic and academic leaders! 📣 Thank you for the mentorship you bring to our classrooms, courts, and fields every day. You help our Chicago International Charter School students refine their athletic and academic skills, learn how to problem-solve, and inspire them to believe in themselves. 🌟 We appreciate your guidance and support within all of our communities and spaces. Thank you, Distinctive Coaches! ❤️

Happy Custodian Appreciation Day from Distinctive Schools! 🫧 We are incredibly grateful for our custodian staff across a...
10/02/2026

Happy Custodian Appreciation Day from Distinctive Schools! 🫧 We are incredibly grateful for our custodian staff across all of our Chicago International Charter School campuses. You make our schools shine! ✨Thank you for all your hard work every day! ❤️

10/01/2026

Happy Principal Appreciation Month, Principal Glenn! 🎉

CICS Prairie is an incredible and joyful place because of our amazing Principal Glenn! She is wholeheartedly dedicated to her students and staff, and is always able to bring the community together. She is welcoming, helpful, and puts students, families, and staff first. We appreciate all the work she does to make our school the best place to learn every day. From all of Distinctive Schools and Chicago International Charter School, thank you, Principal Glenn! ❤️

Here are just a few of the many reasons why we appreciate Principal Glenn! All month long, make sure you show YOUR appreciation for her! ✨

🚨 Reminder: there is no class on Friday, September 25th for Staff Professional Development Day. Enjoy the long weekend, ...
09/23/2026

🚨 Reminder: there is no class on Friday, September 25th for Staff Professional Development Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we can’t wait to see you back in school on Monday, September 28th! ✨

09/21/2026

CICS Prairie joined together with our community to celebrate the Roseland Cop House Ribbon Cutting, featuring a beautiful mural painted by our CICS Prairie students in Mr. Pesa’s art class! 🎨❤️

We are grateful to have been a part of this initiative to build community safety and partnership, and to work alongside community leaders, including 9th Ward Alderman Anthony A. Beale, Donald Higgins, Carrie Pullie, Diane Latiker, David Doig, Vivian Williams, Tom McMahon, Chicago International Charter School, Commander Jackson and the Chicago Police Department 5th District, and so many others.

👉Click here to read more about this accomplishment from a Chicago Sun Times article featuring our student mural! https://chicago.suntimes.com/murals/2026/09/04/chicago-murals-roseland-cop-house-david-guana

09/16/2026

We heard the CICS Prairie Principal is really cool…
It is no surprise — Principal Glenn is the COOLEST! 😎❤️🦅

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🪅 At Distinctive Schools, we deeply value the histories, experiences, an...
09/15/2026

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🪅 At Distinctive Schools, we deeply value the histories, experiences, and cultures of our Latin American and Hispanic communities. We are honored to celebrate our Latin American and Hispanic students, staff, and families who bring so much joy, innovation, and importance to our Chicago International Charter School families every day. ❤️ ¡Les agradecemos a todos!

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉

Address

11530 S Prairie Avenue
Chicago, IL
60628

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17739280480

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