Chicago Public Schools Superintendent/CEO Search

Help Shape the Future of CPS

The Chicago Board of Education (Board) is launching a national search for the next Superintendent/CEO of Chicago Public Schools —a visionary and collaborative leader who will build on our district’s progress and champion the success of every student, in every neighborhood.

As the nation’s fourth-largest school district, we are committed to finding a leader who shares our values of equity, excellence, and community partnership. The new Superintendent/CEO will work alongside families, educators, the Board, and community members to continue driving improvements in student achievement, classroom experiences, and school resources.

Our Commitment

  • Inclusive Process: We are centering the voices of students, families, educators, and community stakeholders throughout the search process.
  • Transparency: We will provide regular updates and opportunities for public input throughout the process.
  • Excellence: We are committed to finding a visionary leader who will help make CPS the best urban school district in the country.

Stay Involved

We invite all members of the CPS community to take part in this important process. Whether by attending a public forum, completing a survey, or sharing your ideas, your voice will help guide our search for a leader who represents the hopes and ambitions of Chicago’s students and families.

There will be multiple ways that the CPS community and Chicagoans can be involved in the weeks ahead, including:

  • Community gatherings: During the months of May and June, there will be a community gathering in the ten elected school board districts where the public will be invited to attend and give their input. 
  • Focus groups: The District will conduct interviews and focus groups with teachers, students, principals, staff, union leaders, and community partners to allow for deeper discussions.
  • Community survey: This is an opportunity for you to share what you feel is working well in CPS and identify areas where you would like to see improvement.
Together, we will choose a leader who believes in the power of public education and the unlimited potential of Chicago’s children.

Schedule of Community Gatherings (*Doors open at 6:00 p.m.)

Date and Time 

Location

District

Board Member            

Thu, May 15

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

Steinmetz College Prep 

3030 N. Mobile Ave., Chicago

1

Ed Bannon

Jennifer Custer

Fri, May 16

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

Hubbard High School 

6200 S. Hamlin Ave., Chicago

8

Angel Gutierrez 

Cydney Wallace

Sat, May 17

10:00 a.m. - noon

      (Doors open at 10:00 a.m.)

Registration closed


  Malcolm X College

1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago

  5  Jitu Brown

Michilla Blaise

Mon, May 19

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

Chicago High School for 

Agricultural Sciences

3857 W. 111th St., Chicago

        9 and 10  

Frank Niles

Therese Boyle

Dr. Che “Rhymefest” Smith

Vice President Olga Bautista 

Tue, May 20

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

       (Doors open at 5:00 p.m.)

Registration closed

Hairpin Arts Center 

  2810 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago

  3  Norma Rios-Sierra

Carlos A. Rivas, Jr.

Wed, May 21 

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

Amundsen High School

5110 N. Damen Ave., Chicago

  2

Ebony DeBerry

Debby Pope

 

Thu, May 22

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

    The Arturo Velasquez Westside

Technical Institute

2800 S. Western Ave., Chicago

  7  Emma Lozano 

Yesenia Lopez

Tue, May 27

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

National Teacher's Academy

55 W. Cermak Road, Chicago

  6B  Jessica Biggs

 Wed, May 28

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed


  Pritzker Elementary School

2009 W. Schiller St., Chicago

  6A  Anusha Thotakura

Mon, June 2

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed


  The Nettlehorst School

3252 N. Broadway, Chicago

  4

Ellen Rosenfeld

Karen Zaccor 

Thu, June 5

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.*

Registration closed

Marsh Elementary School

9822 S. Exchange Ave., Chicago  

 10

Vice President Olga Bautista

Wed, June 11

noon - 1 p.m.

Registration closed 

Virtual Community Gathering 

Hosted via Zoom

  All  

Registration is now closed for all in-person and virtual community gatherings.

Visit this page regularly for additional events, news, and updates. 

Apply Now 

The Board is committed to selecting a leader who upholds educational excellence, equity, and accountability. As outlined in the Board resolution passed on March 20, 2025, candidates must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a Superintendent endorsement—or an equivalent credential from another state.

Applications for the position opened April 25, allowing candidates to apply before the school year ends. 

Through community engagement and feedback, the Board will then shape a comprehensive leadership profile that fits the District and outlines key priorities and goals for the next Superintendent/CEO. 

Following the completion of the initial community engagement, the Board will review the findings in collaboration with its executive search firm, Alma Advisory Group, make the report publicly available, and use it to evaluate candidates for the position. 

News and Updates

Our community gatherings, focus groups, and survey are now closed. Thank you to the many students, families, educators, school leaders, staff, and community members and partners who took the time to share your insights, hopes, and expectations for the next Superintendent/CEO of Chicago Public Schools. We look forward to sharing a summary of our findings from this process soon.