Program Descriptions

Neighborhood School

South Loop School is a dynamic diverse neighborhood school located in the heart of Dearborn Park. We are a community school of choice for families and students. With an involved Local School Council, active parent involvement and a committed staff who love teaching, we prepare our students for interaction in a global society. You must live within South Loop's neighborhood boundries in order to enroll your child.

Regional Gifted Center

This program provides an accelerated instruction program in core content areas and includes a world language, computer science, laboratory science and fine arts. An enriched curriculum allows for skill development appropriate for student abilities and interests. Student enrollment is based on testing eligibilities. The annual GEAP application cycle begins in October and runs through December.

Gifted/GEAP Application (PDF)

Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Cluster

This program helps the school form partnerships with various arts and cultural organizations in Chicago. Our students receive instruction in at least three of the fine art disciplines: visual arts, music, dance, or drama.

Exposure to different arts programming helps students develop a life-long appreciation of the arts. Enrollment-by-lottery for this program is obtained by submitting an Option for Knowledge application during the months of October to December.

Magnet Application (PDF)

Community School

This tuition-based extended-day program operates daily until 6:00 PM. The program provides additional academic support for students’ learning, fine arts, drama, clubs, physical education, dance, and all-around character development. This program is available to students enrolled in South Loop School as well as neighborhood families whose children attend school elsewhere.
2010-11 Extended Day Application Catalog

Early Learning Center
Tuition-Based Preschool Program

This program provides 3, 4 and 5-year olds with the necessary foundation to succeed in reading and math, and encourage a love of lifelong learning. The center encourages independent learning and promotes cognitive development.  The teachers and staff facilitate learning by providing the children with concrete learning experiences. Any child that is toilet trained and reaching the age of 3 or 4 prior to September 1st is welcome to enroll-- provided that you are a resident of the City of Chicago.
Tuition-Based Preschool Application  Word Document