CPS Districts 10A & 10B Candidate Forum
Candidate Conversation with CPS School Board Candidates
Perspectives Charter Schools invites you to a conversation with the District 10B Candidates: Patrick Watson and Connie Anderson. Students will be leading an hourlong conversation with the candidates. Participants are invited to come with their questions as well.
Tuesday, October 13
Doors open at 5:30 pm. Event from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Perspectives High School of Technology & Leadership Academy
8522 S Lafayette Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
CPS District 3 Candidate Forum
Noble Pritzker College Prep | 4131 W. Cortland St.
Meet the candidates running to represent District 3 and learn more about their priorities for Chicago Public Schools. This forum is an opportunity for community members to better understand candidate perspectives before Election Day.
RSVP: Register Here
Hosted by Noble Schools.
CPS District 5 Candidate Forum
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Noble Chicago Bulls Prep | 2040 W. Adams St.
Residents of District 5 are invited to hear directly from candidates seeking to represent their community on the Chicago Board of Education. The forum will provide an opportunity to learn about candidate priorities and ask questions about issues impacting local schools and students.
RSVP: Register Here
Hosted by Noble Schools.
Opportunity for Chicago Educational Leaders | IALAS Networking Event
The Illinois Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (IALAS) is hosting a special networking event in Pilsen on Friday, September 25. IALAS is dedicated to empowering educational leaders who serve Latino/a/x communities and creating opportunities for connection, leadership development, and collaboration across Illinois.
While IALAS has historically had strong participation from suburban educational leaders, this event is intentionally bringing the statewide network to Chicago to connect with the many talented, passionate, and impactful leaders leading schools and systems across our city.
Event Details
Pre-Event Reception: National Museum of Mexican Art
📍 Main Event: HOSTE (Pilsen)
📅 Friday, September 25
Register here: https://lnkd.in/e6ViUeCi
Chicago Board of Education Candidate Forum
The Chicago Public Education Fund, Kids First Chicago, Mikva Challenge, and the Chicago Education Alliance will host a nonpartisan candidate forum featuring candidates for all 2026 Chicago Board of Education districts.
The forum will give principals, teachers, parents, students, and community members from across Chicago the opportunity to engage directly with candidates in small-group breakout conversations and hear their perspectives on the future of Chicago’s public schools.
Event Details: Saturday, September 19 at 10:30 AM | Intentional Sports | North Austin.
RSVP here: 2026 Elected School Board Candidate Forum
School Board President Candidate Forum Watch Party
Malcolm X College | 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
Join Kids First Chicago and community partners to watch the live School Board President Candidate Forum broadcast from WTTW Studios. This community gathering will give attendees the opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking to lead Chicago's Board of Education, connect with fellow community members, and engage in conversation about the future of CPS.
Bonus: Free parking (with validation), refreshments, and community performances.
RSVP: Register Here
Hosted by Kids First Chicago and community partners.
More Than a Job: How to Build a Career with Purpose
A meaningful career isn't about finding one perfect path - it's about understanding what matters most to you. As you explore internships, first jobs, graduate school, and future career possibilities, it can be difficult to balance practical considerations like salary and stability with the desire to make a meaningful impact.
In this interactive workshop, you'll reflect on your values, strengths, and long-term goals while exploring what meaningful work can look like across different careers and industries. You'll leave with practical tools to evaluate opportunities, make more intentional career decisions, and build a career that reflects both what you care about and how you want to contribute.
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