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Catalyst Board of Directors Academic Committee Meeting 2.18.26
The Catalyst Board of Directors' Academic Committee will hold a meeting on February 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm to review annual and YTD academic data. This meeting will be held by video conference- please contact Catalyst's Director of Administration Michael Kasang at mkasang@catalystschools.org or 773-897-5816 for conference call information.


How are charter public schools changing lives?
The traditional public education system in Illinois has not adequately prepared all students to live successful lives. A history of systemic injustice has led to some students being underserved. Despite many reform efforts, too many Black/African American, Latino, low-income and students with disabilities are still leaving school underprepared for success. At INCS, we’re working to ensure that all students – no matter their zip code, ethnicity, income or family background – h


Catalyst celebrates Black History Month 2026!
The Catalyst school communities are excited to celebrate Black History Month throughout February! This provides opportunities to reflect, learn, and celebrate the powerful impact of Black history on our world! We will share events throughout the month and hope you will join us in celebration!


Catalyst Schools CLOSED/CERRADA-1/23/26
To ensure the safety of our scholars, staff, and school communities, Catalyst Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted low temperatures. We are informing families at this time so that arrangements can be made for tomorrow.
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Catalyst Board of Directors Academic Committee Meeting 2.18.26
The Catalyst Board of Directors' Academic Committee will hold a meeting on February 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm to review annual and YTD academic data. This meeting will be held by video conference- please contact Catalyst's Director of Administration Michael Kasang at mkasang@catalystschools.org or 773-897-5816 for conference call information.


How are charter public schools changing lives?
The traditional public education system in Illinois has not adequately prepared all students to live successful lives. A history of systemic injustice has led to some students being underserved. Despite many reform efforts, too many Black/African American, Latino, low-income and students with disabilities are still leaving school underprepared for success. At INCS, we’re working to ensure that all students – no matter their zip code, ethnicity, income or family background – h


Catalyst celebrates Black History Month 2026!
The Catalyst school communities are excited to celebrate Black History Month throughout February! This provides opportunities to reflect, learn, and celebrate the powerful impact of Black history on our world! We will share events throughout the month and hope you will join us in celebration!


Catalyst Schools CLOSED/CERRADA-1/23/26
To ensure the safety of our scholars, staff, and school communities, Catalyst Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted low temperatures. We are informing families at this time so that arrangements can be made for tomorrow.
Faculty/Staff Professional Development – NO SCHOOL for scholars
Date:Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Duration:All Day
Faculty/Staff Professional Development – NO SCHOOL for scholars
Presidents’ Day - NO SCHOOL
Date: Monday, February 16, 2026 Presidents’ Day- NO SCHOOL
Catalyst Schools to welcome junior board
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance - NO SCHOOL
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance - NO SCHOOL
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