High School Readiness
High School Readiness
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Scholarships
Scholarships
Now is the time to look into scholarship opportunities if you are considering private high schools!
Now is the time to look into scholarship opportunities if you are considering private high schools!
Go to the webpage of this high school that you are interested in for thier financial aid information. Click the down arrow to see a list of High School Scholarship Opportunities and Mentoring Organizations that can offer additional support:
HFS Application flyer.pdfGoCPS - CPS High School Admission Information
9/17 GoCPS and High School Admissions Test (HSAT) Parent Informational Meeting Recording
Register for virtual GoCPS family trainings offered by CPS throughout October.
More Information About CPS High School Admissions
Scroll to the bottom of the go.cps.edu home page to join the GoCPS email list so you can keep informed with all news and updates.
All the information you need about applying to CPS schools is available at the GoCPS website, but here are some shortcuts to information you may be looking for:
Apply to CPS high schools at Enrollwise - Use the RESET PASSWORD link instead of creating a new account. All CPS students have already been entered and your account is ready even if you haven't accessed Enrollwise before. You'll have until November 13th to apply. You can change applications up until the deadline so go ahead and check to be sure all your information is correct, begin to consider your options, and apply.
Scoring Rubric - explains how 7th grade final grades and HSAT scores add up to point total for Selective Enrollment High Schools and some Choice High School programs.
Overlay and Preference Maps, along with a lot of other useful information can be found here. Some high schools save spaces for students living in attendance boundary areas.
Overlay and Preference Maps, along with a lot of other useful information can be found here. Some high schools save spaces for students living in attendance boundary areas.
*Jones Choice programs are so popular that students living in the Jones boundary area are put into a lottery for seats. Students living outside the Jones boundary area are unlikely to get a seat. The other Selective Enrollment school with a boundary area is Hancock. If you live in the Hancock boundary area, you will have an advantage for getting a seat in one of their CTE choice programs.
HS Eligibility and Selections Criteria - a list of all CPS high schools with acceptance requirements and preference information
Understanding Ranking - guide to how students are ranked and offered seats. Numbers represent point totals based on last year's 900 maxium. Please disregard the numbers, but ranking will still work this way.
Find your tier by entering your home address in the search window of the School Search webpage. The drop down will show you your tier at the top left and the map shows schools close to your home along with neighborhood boundaries. Follow links to learn more about each school.
The GoCPS High School Resources has more details on scoring, tiers, and overlays.
Open Houses
Open Houses
Plan to attend open houses at the high schools you are interested in.
Ogden Open House.pdfKing College Prep Open House.pdfSSICP Open House Flyer.jpgBogan Open House.pdf2026 High School Fair
The following schools and organizations joined us for this year's Lenart High School Fair! Click the down arrow to see the list, then click on the links for more information. Financial aid information for private schools will found on their websites.
Illinois Math and Science Academy (IMSA)
Leo Catholic High School
Lindblom Math and Science Academy
*Brooks College Prep and South Shore Intnl College Prep met with 8th grade in their classroom
*Lake Forest Academy and The Hill School met with 8th graders in their classroom
High School Announcements
McCauley Upcoming Events:
Open House - Monday, November 2
Lake Forest Academy Upcoming Events:
Fall Open House – Sunday, October 25 at 1:00 pm
Register: HERE
Our Open House is a wonderful opportunity for prospective families to meet current LFA students who are so excited to tell you more about their experiences at our school and show you around our campus! You will also have the opportunity to meet our Admission counselors, ask questions, and see what being a Caxy is all about!
Admission Information Sessions - We will also be hosting several Information Sessions on the following dates:
Register: HERE
November 18, 2026, starting at 8:30 am
December 9, 2026, starting at 8:30 am
January 8, 2027, starting at 9:00 am
January 20, 2027, starting at 9:00 am
Athletic Info Sessions & Sport Clinics
Register: HERE
Students interested in athletics are invited to join us for an evening that combines information about LFA’s athletic program with the opportunity to work directly with our coaches and student-athletes.
Thursday, December 10: 6:00–7:00 p.m. – Basketball, Volleyball, & Indoor Track
Art Info Sessions & Workshops
Register: HERE
Students with an interest in the arts can explore different creative disciplines while learning more about the opportunities available at LFA.
Wednesday, November 11: 6:00-7:00 p.m. – Vocal Performance & Theater
Getting Ready for High School
1. Get good grades to improve your chances of getting into the high school of your choice. If you need help with your grades, ask for help. Your teachers are great resources for extra help. Don't overlook your classmates and your families because they can also work with you to help you out. If you are struggling with personal issues that are interfering with your schoolwork, I am here to help!
2. Research and visit high schools that you might be interested in. Start your search for CPS schools here. Enter an address, zip code, or school name and the map will show you where the school is and provide links for more information. Private schools can be researched by going to their individual websites. Chicago Catholic high school information can be found at the Catholic Schools website. Contact schools directly to set up tours or shadow days. HS Bound is another resource to learn about high schools in Chicago.
3. If you are considering a private high school, lookinto scholarship opportunities. Many scholarship deadlines come before you high school application deadlines or acceptance. Use the list below to help you apply for scholarships.
4. Apply. Applications for the next school year are accepted during the fall and have deadlines in November or December. Apply to CPS high schools through GoCPS. CPS 8th grade students will take the PreACT 9 Secure right here at Lenart in October. The results of this exam, along with 7th grade final grades, will determine acceptance to CPS Selective Enrollment High Schools. You will need to take admissions test for Catholic Schools at the school your top choice school in early December and apply though that school's website. Find Catholic Schools application information here.
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