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Distinctive Schools is buzzing with excitement, pride, and a touch of bittersweet farewells as we celebrate our incredible "Step Up" ceremonies across our campuses! This special...

This is Part II in a three-part blog series exploring how Distinctive Schools is approaching artificial intelligence (AI) in education. From building custom tools to supporting s...

At Distinctive Schools, we are committed to providing safe, inclusive, and engaging environments where all students thrive—during and beyond the traditional school day. As part of...

Katie O’Connor , Vice President and Chief Education Officer at Distinctive Schools has been selected for the 2025–2026 cohort of the Google GSV Education Innovation Fellowship —...

On Wednesday, June 4, Chicago International Charter School (CICS) Loomis and Chicago International Charter School (CICS) Longwood Elementary opened their doors to the co...

At Distinctive Schools, we believe true education extends beyond traditional boundaries, encouraging students to explore their passions. Our music classrooms are excellent example...

On May 15, students from CICS Longwood and CICS Lloyd Bond had an unforgettable experience as they welcomed the National Basketball Athletic Equipment Managers Association (NBA...

May is Mental Health Awareness month. At Distinctive Schools, we believe in fostering a culture where open, compassionate conversations about mental health are encouraged and are ...

At Distinctive Schools, we want our students to dream big and explore future possibilities throughout their entire educational journey—high school, middle school, and elementary! ...

CICS Loomis Primary , in partnership with Loews Chicago Hotel and Big City Readers recently unveiled their brand-new school library! The new library, made possible by the...

April is Stress Awareness Month—a reminder to prioritize mental well-being. With academic and daily demands, Distinctive Schools students and families should take intentional mome...

We are in the final quarter of the school year, and the second class of graduating seniors at Art In Motion (AIM) is eagerly preparing to step into their next chapter. Aarion ...

No two Distinctive Schools Assistant Principals are exactly alike, but they all share a deep commitment to ignite teacher leadership and champion student excellence. As we prep...

Chicago, IL – March 13, 2025 – CICS Lloyd Bond , a Distinctive Schools campus, announces the release of their new song, “Beautiful Day ,” created by GRYSKLL , an independent Hip...

This is Part I in a three-part blog series exploring how Distinctive Schools is approaching artificial intelligence (AI) in education. From building custom tools to supporting st...

International Social Emotional Learning Day on March 10th is a way to celebrate the way SEL is “Uplifting Hearts, Connecting Minds.” Studies show SEL reduces stress and promotes...

For more than a decade, Alex Glover has been a staple at CICS Lloyd Bond , igniting passions and opening doors to a world of creative expression for students. What started as ca...

Every year, Distinctive Schools administers federally-required state assessments that help us gauge how our students are growing academically compared to their peers across the st...

At Distinctive Schools, we believe that a strong kindergarten experience lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning. At CICS Bucktown , Kindergarten Mentor Teacher Kaycee Hj...

On Tuesday, February 18, CICS Loomis received a $10,000 donation from Loews Chicago Hotel for a complete makeover of our library! As part of their 10 year anniversary celebration ...