2026 Forums & Candidate Statements

Local School Council Election Information

The 2026 Local School Council Elections will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Parent, community, and educational staff LSC representatives are elected for a two-year term. Student representatives serve a one-year term.

For details on eligible voters, acceptable identification to vote, and other important information, refer to LSC Eligibility (on CPS) page 13 of the 2026 Local School Council Election Guide.

Forums

Candidates can read their statements on why they should be LSC representatives.

Parent/Community Forum

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30 PM

Jones College Prep

700 South State St

Chicago, IL 60605

South Cafeteria

Forum Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Kmrd2HfBSc

Student Forum

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM

North Auditorium

Forum Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay8DrKN9C_8

Teacher/Non-Teacher

N/A

Candidate Statements

Printed versions of candidate statements are also available in the Jones College Prep Main Office located at 700 South State St. On the day of the election, statements will not be available in the polling area but will be accessible in the Main Office and online.

*Candidates without a file did not provide the optional statement when posting.

Parents Candidates