A Vision of Success:
Citywide Demonstration Project

The Chicago Public Schools High School Demonstration Project grew out of the system's need to understand what happens when systemic curricula, student development, and leadership initiatives can be implemented in 12 neighborhood high schools. The schools are representative of the district's diversity with respect to the linguistic, cultural, and achievement needs of our students.

Working with leadership teams of teachers and administrators, the Demonstration Project seeks to improve student achievement by addressing three large goal areas: Teaching and Learning, Student Development, and Leading Change.

The High School Demonstration Project is being led by the Student Development Team at Schurz. This team is made up of both teachers and students committed to improving student achievement. Within the three large goal areas, the team has focused on School & Community Leadership, Personal & Social Relationships, Postsecondary Preparation, and Academic Integration. For more detailed information on the Schurz High School Development Program, click here.

For more information about the High School Demonstration Project and to see which Chicago Public Schools are participating in the project, click here.