Distinctive Schools

Distinctive Schools
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THE TODAY SHOW!

As schools nationwide try to guide students through the emotional weight of the past year, CICS Bucktown, a Distinctive Schools campus in Chicago is finding success with social-emotional learning, which prioritizes the student-teacher relationship. NBC’s Morgan Radford visited CICS – Bucktown in Chicago as TODAY launched a new series, Building Classroom Connections.

Distinctive Schools Earns
Cognia System Accreditation!

Distinctive Schools has earned system level accreditation by Cognia™, a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers. We're so proud of our teams, and honored to receive accreditation! Read the full update on our blog.

Distinctive Schools Named One of Crain's Chicago Best Places To Work 2021!

Distinctive Schools has been named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago! Did you know we're hiring for the fall? Read the full update on our blog, and click here for opportunities to join the Distinctive Team!

Distinctive Schools operates high-performing public charter schools in Chicago and Metro-Detroit. Our mission is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.