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 – have access to a high quality public education that prepares them to succeed in college, career and life.

Since the charter school movement began 20 years ago, charter public schools have proven to be undeniably successful in serving students and communities in need.

Chicago’s charter public schools serve the highest proportions of students in poverty of any urban charter network in the country. They also serve comparable rates of students of color, English language learners, and special education students as are served by district-run schools.

Because of our continued success, students and families are choosing charter public schools more than ever before. Today, we serve a record number of families across Illinois.