2026 Application
Important Dates and Details
- Application period is now open. Beginning October 20, 2025, applicants can submit their nomination materials to become an LSC candidate. Below, you'll find instructions for how to apply according to your candidate type.
- Application period closes at 3:00 p.m. on January 20, 2026: All application materials must be submitted by the deadline to be nominated as a candidate.
- Election Day is March 18, 2026: All LSC elections will take place on a single day.
- Election judges: CPS is also seeking 2,000 paid election judges to support the 2026 LSC election. Find instructions for applying below.
- Need help with your application? Parents and community members are invited to attend an application workshop for assistance with completing the nomination forms.
- Questions? Contact the Office of Local School Council Relations (OLSCR) at 773-553-1400 or [email protected].
How to Apply
Applications are due by 3:00 PM on January 20.
Parent, Community, or Staff Candidate
View instructions for running for your LSC as a parent, community member, or staff member.
Student Candidate
View instructions for running for your LSC as a student candidate.
Student LSC candidates must complete the nomination forms listed below and return them to their school.
- Candidate Nomination Form (1-26) [ English l Spanish ]
- Criminal Conviction Disclosure Form (2-26) [ English l Spanish ]
- Telephone Disclosure Form (3-26) - Telephone Disclosure Form [ English l Spanish ]
- Student Candidate Statement Form 4-26 [ English l Spanish ]
- Student Candidate Statement Form 4S-26 [ English l Spanish ]
Election Judge
View instructions for how to apply to serve as a paid judge for the 2026 LSC election.