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One of Chicago's Top Public Charter Schools

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You need to fill out one form per student. After you have filled out your forms, save them to your computer and then please email them as attachments to Ms. Porter at jporter@alainlocke.org.

You may also fax your completed form to 773.265.7258 or mail it to Ms. Porter's attention at: Alain Locke Charter School, 3141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please call Ms. Porter directly: 773.265.7232.

WHY ALAIN LOCKE?

Watch this 2-minute video to find out more, including why it was named the #1 Charter School in Chicago

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

On behalf of the faculty and staff, we welcome you to Alain Locke Charter School! Our extended day, year round school is located in the heart of Chicago’s West Side, serving over 500 preschool through 8th grade students. Named after the first African-American Rhodes Scholar, Alain Locke Charter School is committed to absolute excellence and ensuring that our students are globally competitive. READ MORE >
 
 

NEW & NOTEWORTHY

A father figure and his K-3 All-Star smile together on the dance floor at Alain Locke's 2022-23 Father Figure/Daughter Dance.

Everyone had a wonderful time last Friday at the 2022-23 Father Figure/Daughter Dance! Big smiles were shared by all as father figures joined their K-3 All-Stars on the dance floor. …

K-3 All-Stars Have a Ball at the 2022-23 Father Figure/Daughter Dance Read More »

Dear Families, The Alain Locke Family is deeply saddened by yesterday’s mass shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville. Unfortunately, as we all know, it’s only the latest case of …

A Statement From Principal Love on the Nashville School Shooting Read More »

The Alain Locke basketball All-Stars on the court in their final game of the season.

Last Thursday, our Alain Locke basketball team celebrated their three outgoing eighth-graders in a special halftime ceremony at the final game of the season. During the ceremony, All-Stars Amira A., …

Basketball All-Stars Cheer on Eighth Grade Players at Final Game of the Season Read More »

FOR PARENTS

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On behalf of the faculty and staff, welcome to Alain Locke Charter School.

FOR ALUMNI

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Once a part of the Alain Locke family, always a part of the Alain Locke family.

RESOURCES

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A commitment to excellence is unwavering in every element of life at our school.

ENROLLMENT

Admission to Alain Locke is by blind lottery.

Complete the online LOTTERY APPLICATION or download the form.

(Filling out an application does not ensure admission.)

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