One of Chicago's Top Public Charter Schools

Please update your student's emergency contact information here

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 430 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

On Wednesday, we enjoyed the Ninth Annual Alain Locke Music Showcase at school, headed up by our music director, Ms. Belluomini. Parents, guardians, family, and friends came out to hear …

Photos From the Ninth Annual K-4 Music Showcase Read More »

An Alain Locke mother smiles on the dance floor at the 2022-23 K-3 Mother/Son prom.

On the heels of the recent 2022-23 K-3 Father Figure/Daughter Dance here at Alain Locke, next it was the moms’ turn to hit the dance floor with their All-Stars here …

More All-Stars Hit the Dance Floor for the 2022-23 K-3 Mother/Son Prom Read More »

Last Friday, our art instructor, Ms. Weldon, organized a terrific art showcase here at school.  As you can see, our talented All-Stars put their hearts and souls into their work …

See Everyone’s Artistic Skills on Display at Alain Locke Art Showcase 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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