SY26 State of the School Deck Template Overview
This Template Is Organized Into Four Main Sections: | |||
CPS Vision, Mission �& Strategic Plan �(Our collective values �and aspirations) | Continuous Improvement �& Our Plans�(How we are doing, where we are going, and how we plan to get there) | Family & Community Partnerships�(Preparing for the next stage and how you can get involved) | Appendix�(Our other outcomes) |
Instructions & Key Details | Best Practice Recommendations |
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Data to Consider- ES and HS
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We made several updates to streamline the presentation and increase readability, as well as to align with CIDT.
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Data to Consider- Options Schools
The Appendix will contain: | |
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Additional Data to Consider
The data included in these decks provides a common, high-level view of End of Year metrics. It does not attempt to tell your full story. Feel free to add data relevant to your school: where you’ve been, where you are, where you want to go.
You might include:
Bear in mind that these decks will be publicly available to anyone on the internet. To that end,
If you have any questions about student privacy or data reliability, please contact your Data Strategist.
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Purpose
Support and encourage robust community conversations by sharing information with the school community around the following:
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Tilden HS
�State of the School Address
October 27, 2025
Our Commitment to Every Family
We know that anxiety remains high given the recent escalation of federal activity and we want to be clear: Tilden High School, is — and will remain — a welcoming, safe space for all students regardless of immigration status.
Our District is working closely with the City of Chicago and trusted community partners to make sure families have the information, guidance, and support they need.
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Hope as a Form of Resistance
Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.
— Desmond Tutu
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Resources To Support Families
We want families to be informed, supported, and safe.
Visit cps.edu/immigration for resources and information on:
Other helpful resources:
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Part 1
01 | CPS Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan |
02 | Continuous Improvement & Our Plans |
03 | Family & Community Partnerships |
| Appendix |
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School Vision & Mission
Our School Mission:
To provide a high-quality education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.
Vision:
Graduate every student College and Career Ready.
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Ethical and
Collaborative Leaders
Empowered Decision Makers
Engaged Community Members
Adaptable and Independent Thinkers
Inquisitive �Learners
We remain committed to our mission of providing a high-quality public education for every child, �in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.
Student Centered
Whole Child
Equity
Academic Excellence
Community Partnership
Continuous Learning
Core �Values
Graduate �Profile
Our Continued Mission to Serve Every Child
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How We �Define Student Success
Our Approach to Accountability and How We Support Schools
How We Invest �in Schools and Communities
How We �Make Major Decisions
EVERY STUDENT has a rigorous, joyful, and equitable daily learning experience | EVERY SCHOOL creates the conditions and implements the practices to drive continuous improvement through an equity lens | EVERY COMMUNITY has inclusive and collaborative partnerships for thriving schools |
THE DISTRICT provides equitable resources and supports to each school | ||
Four Major Philosophical Shifts
Priority Areas
Embracing Targeted Universalism
to better understand what students need and co-design diverse solutions to help every student achieve universal goals
Visit cps.edu/FiveYearPlan to learn more
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The Daily Student Experience
Rigorous
Joyful
Equitable
Daily Learning
Experiences
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Part 2
01 | CPS Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan |
02 | Continuous Improvement & Our Plans |
03 | Family & Community Partnerships |
| Appendix |
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Continuous Improvement & Data Transparency (CIDT) on School Profile Pages
What You’ll Find on our New School Profile Page
A more complete picture of progress and performance — not just test scores.�
NOW INCLUDING
Evidence of�Student Learning�and Wellbeing
Adult Capacity
and Continuous
Learning
Inclusive and
Collaborative School
And Community
Daily Learning
Experiences
EQUITY
TARGETED UNIVERSALISM
INCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIPS
Join us in planning the next CIWP by learning from this data with us! We make decisions based on evidence like this and your input.
See our Profile Page
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CIDT | School Profile Pages
School Overview
District Investment
CIDT Components (click to expand)
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Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)
Our Priorities
Year 1: SY24 Year 2: SY25 Year 3: SY26
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2024–2026 CIWP Priority 1
If we plan and implement standards and skills aligned instruction with activities designed for students to take ownership of their learning, and provide resources for students to track their progress and communicate their current work level, we see Students owning the cognitive load in the classroom, being appropriately challenged by standards and skills aligned work, and tracking their own progress as they work so they are able to articulate that appropriate challenge level, which leads to closing the gap between grades earned and skills mastered and an increased feeling of "rigor" for students.
| Goals | Progress Made Last Year |
Practice �Goal(s) | In 50% of classrooms observed, students have access to a progress monitoring tool in order to track their own learning towards goals. | Limited progress made last year. |
Performance Goal(s) | In 75% of classes observed, students will independently monitor their learning via progress monitoring tools. | Progress made with progress monitoring tools last year. |
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SY25 Practice Data
Teachers continue to develop student agency by communicating classroom learning goals and allowing students to reflect on their goals.
Students are reporting that they have a new level of understanding the reason behind why they are engaging in their work in classes.
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2025 Illinois Report Card
Summative Designation: Intensive
Designation Meaning & Use
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2024–2026 CIWP Priority 2
If we develop a school-wide post-secondary initiative that promotes equitable access to honors and advanced coursework, supports early and ongoing exploration of self-identity, interests, and career pathways, and embeds ILP completion as a tool for goal-setting and planning beginning in 9th grade, then we see increased student confidence, academic engagement, and ownership of their learning path—alongside deeper understanding of the skills, mindsets, and credentials needed for success in college and career pathways, which leads to higher rates of advanced course enrollment and completion, ILP fidelity, and long-term persistence in college, career, or technical training programs.
| Goals | Progress Made Last Year |
Practice �Goal(s) | Increase course offerings by at least 1 new advanced course (i.e dual credit, advanced placement) per semester through SY26 | AP Art and US History was added to our course sequence, as well as 2 course from Dual Enrollment. |
Performance Goal(s) | By the end of SY26, 50% of students eligible for advanced courses, pathways, or opportunities will enroll and participate in those available opportunities. | 35% enrollment |
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SY25 Practice Data
Increased enrollment in AP and City College Courses.
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SY25 Performance Data
STAR 360 Data shows a 66.1 increase in student growth in Reading.
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Part 3
01 | CPS Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan |
02 | Continuous Improvement & Our Plans |
03 | Family & Community Partnerships |
| Appendix |
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For HS Only: Postsecondary Planning
Postsecondary initiatives
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Family & Community Partnerships
We are always looking for volunteers! Considering joining our school.
Join our efforts! Here are some family/community groups supporting our school and when they meet:
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Resources To Support Families
We want families to be informed, supported, and safe.
Visit cps.edu/immigration for resources and information on:
Other helpful resources:
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Thank You!
Appendix
| The following slides contain additional key outcomes from our 2024–2025 school year. If you have questions related to this data, please join an upcoming parent event such as our next <<LSC/PAC/BAC>> meeting. Additional data points and explanations can be found on our CPS School Profile. |
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