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Chicago's #1 Public Charter School
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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
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 the last day of Black History Month this year, our All-Stars celebrated famous Black athletes and their historical accomplishments. Some of the All-Stars chose to talk about track and …
All-Stars Celebrate Black Athletes Through History Read More »
At Alain Locke, we believe offering a full curriculum is the best way to prepare our All-Stars to make their way in the world. Part of that includes math… which …
See Some of Alain Locke’s Math Whizzes Hard at Work in School Read More »
We hosted our annual Heritage Bowl here at Alain Lock last week! The school-wide trivia competition was a fun opportunity for two teams of K-8 students and staff to face …
K-8 All-Stars Face Off at the 2022-23 Heritage Bowl Trivia Challenge Read More »
FOR PARENTS
On behalf of the faculty and staff, welcome to Alain Locke Charter School.
FOR ALUMNI
Once a part of the Alain Locke family, always a part of the Alain Locke family.
RESOURCES
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.)
