We believe in giving every student the opportunity to feel valued, respected, confident, and independent.
We aim to inspire pride in your accomplishments and hope for your future.
- Balanced Life: Enjoy time for family, friends, work, and school.
- Second Chances: Get another opportunity to succeed in high school and prepare for a successful life after graduation.
About Ombudsman Chicago Schools
Ombudsman Chicago is a tuition-free CPS Option School designed to give students who are behind in credits, have dropped out, or are about to drop out a new path to earning a Chicago Public Schools (CPS) high school diploma. Our innovative school blends computer-based coursework with personalized support and face-to-face instruction from caring, certified teachers.
Who Can Attend Our Alternative High School?
Ombudsman is perfect for students who reside in the city of Chicago, aged 16-21 and are ready for a fresh start on their path to graduation success, Ombudsman is here for you.
Convenient Campuses
We have four campuses across Chicagoland, so you can enroll in the location that works best for you. As a CPS student aged 16-21, the program is free.
What Ombudsman Chicago Offers
- Open Enrollment: Start school any time and begin earning credits on DAY ONE.
- Easy Credit Transfer: Seamlessly transfer your existing credits.
- Flexible Schedules: Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening sessions (evenings available at our Northwest campus), Monday-Friday. Balance life and school without compromise.
- Supportive Teachers: Our teachers care about your future, not your past.
- Professional Environment: Study in a quiet, distraction-free setting.
- CPS Diploma: Graduate with a respected CPS high school diploma, not a GED.
- Post-Secondary Counselors: Explore college, trade school, or workforce options with expert guidance.
- Career Programs: Access the STRIVE Workforce Development Program, Chicago Builds, Youth Job Center, and summer internship programs to help you train for and find jobs.
We’re dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and build a brighter future.
Join us and take the first step towards a new beginning!
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