Ombudsman Chicago South is an alternative school open to all Chicago Public School students ages 16-21 who are looking for a different path to high school graduation and success in life. We’re located at 6057 S. Western Ave. on the Southwest Side, and we have two sessions: one from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and another from noon to 4 p.m.
Programs
- Microsoft Office Specialist industry certifications
- College and Career Readiness Transition
- Dual Enrollment college credit
Frequently Asked Questions about South
Yes, Ombudsman is a nationally accredited program by Cognia and is a partner of the Chicago Public Schools.
Yes, we do take credits previously earned at other CPS schools, and if you decide to go back to your old CPS high school our credits are transferable.
Students earn a fully accredited Chicago Public Schools high school diploma (not a GED) that can be used to enter college, the military, trade school, or anywhere else that requires a diploma.
Yes, every year we will host our traditional graduation ceremony at the end of the school year to celebrate all graduates from that year. During the celebration, students wear caps and gowns and get to walk across the stage with their class.
Click on “Enroll Now” in the menu to fill out the form. A staff member will contact you soon to guide you on the next steps.
We have four locations in the city of Chicago. See all locations
Ombudsman offers transportation assistance and connections with other community resources to help meet your needs.
Yes, we will discuss your education history and develop a plan that fits your individual needs?
Yes, you only need to live within the city of Chicago and be between the ages of 16-21, no matter the country of origin. If the English language is a barrier, our classes and learning materials are held in a technology-rich setting where all course material can be translated.
Our classrooms tend to be smaller and while in school, students are immersed in a blended learning environment. What this means is teacher lead instruction is offered for all core courses, Spanish as well as scheduled small group instruction and teacher supports during computer assisted instruction, project based learning and individual supports schedule. Students attend a 4-hour session and are required to complete and additional hour each day that can be done on or off site.
Students attend school for five hours a day Monday-Friday. You’ll have the option to attend our morning or afternoon session. Our Northwest campus also offers a night session.
Whatever your circumstances, Ombudsman has the solution to put you back on track. Our high school is designed to be easily tailored to your individual needs.
Students who live in the city of Chicago and are between the ages of 16-21 can attend Ombudsman.
Principal Rasheika Singleton
Principal's Letter
The entire Ombudsman South team is excited to welcome families, students, and community partners to the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking forward to working alongside all stakeholders to ensure Ombudsman South provides equitable learning outcomes for students as we collectively work together to create opportunities, learning pathways, and experiences to help students reach their goals and identify passions that will place them on the best path to pursue their post-secondary endeavors.
Our desire is for our community to understand the importance of education and how its value contributes to discovering the world and how we can impact our communities, neighborhoods, and society. Ombudsman’s mission is embedded in core values that help students take ownership of their learning experiences while equipping them with communication and behavior skills that promote self-advocacy and practical communication skills that help with collaborative team planning, critical thinking, and becoming responsible citizens. Our team is committed to implementing specialized programs, counseling when appropriate, and Tier II and Tier III programs and learning strategies to ensure we provide the best services and trajectory toward student success.
We are honored to lead such an incredibly fantastic school and are excited to meet the new families and students as well as welcome back our returning community. It’s going to be an amazing year!
Sincerely,
The Ombudsman Chicago South Team
