Mark Sheridan Academy is a magnet school that focuses on science, math and overall academic excellence, while integrating a fine arts and technology curriculum. Sheridan is committed to increasing student achievement, including high school advanced placement, as well as its advanced programs through its comprehensive Specific Aptitude Program in science and math.
Mark Sheridan Academy has been recognized as a Spotlight School by the Illinois State Board of Education, A School of Distinction by the Chicago Public Schools and A National Title I Distinguished School as well as one of the most diverse schools in the state of Illinois by Niche. |
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Check out some pictures below of a cooperative STEM Challenge that the kids crushed last week!
Magnet School Month
Third grade students made electromagnets to use to explore the magnet unit they are studying.
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News and Announcements
Accountability Redesign Initiative
Dear Parents and Community Members,
Through the Accountability Redesign Initiative, the District is developing a new system to determine school quality. To create an equitable system, CPS needs to hear from you.
Join the conversation using the CPS Engagement website. You can provide feedback, share your ideas, and participate in surveys. To make sure you stay up-to-date, click the blue “Register” button on the CPS Engagement homepage.
If you have questions about the Accountability Redesign Initiative or how CPS measures school performance, please email SQRP@cps.edu.
E-Absence
Dear Sheridan Parents and Guardians,
E-Absence – a new way to report absences – is now live! You can now submit, schedule, and track student absences through the Aspen Parent Portal. That means no more making last-minute phone calls or completing paper forms.
E-Absence joins a collection of Aspen features designed to make accessing important student information simple for parents and guardians. You can sign in to your account at ASPEN.CPS.EDU and start using the E-Absence feature today.
To access Parent Portal, you must:
· Be listed as a contact for your student in the Student Information System.
· Have a valid email in the student’s contact records.
· Request and submit the validation code sent via email.
Don’t have an account? Contact our school clerk to register for an account today. You can also learn more at cps.edu/pages/parentresources.aspx.
My CHI. My Future App
We’re reaching out to share an exciting new tool for your student. The City of Chicago’s My CHI. My Future. App is now available to download on the App Store and Google Play. This unique mobile experience connects students with easy access to thousands of the best events, programs, jobs, and resources for youth throughout Chicago.
Activities range from educational to recreational and include in-person and virtual experiences. The new app makes it easy for students to tailor their experiences based on their location, age, and interests.
To join in, all your student has to do is download the app and complete a user profile. To learn more, visit www.mychimyfuture.org
ReadyCheckGo™ COVID-19 Testing Program
CPS has partnered with Thermo Fisher to offer free, weekly testing to students and staff for COVID-19. The ReadyCheckGo™ COVID-19 Testing Program is an integral part of keeping our students and staff healthy and safe as we continue to navigate the return to in-person learning. Please visit this link to sign up for testing: www.color.com/readycheckgo-cps
This weekly testing program is available to all CPS students and staff, whether vaccinated or not. However, unvaccinated students and staff are required to register.
Here are some things you should know about this district-wide program:
You can learn more about our testing program here. To learn more about all services that the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness offers, please visit cps.edu/cfbu or call the Healthy CPS hotline at 773.553.KIDS (5437).
To learn more about all services that the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness can offer, please visit cps.edu/cfbu or call the Healthy CPS hotline at 773.553.KIDS (5437).
Sheridan - YouUplift
Looking to spread some positivity and kindness with the Sheridan Community? Looking to see some messages of positivity and kindness to lift your spirits up? Please use our Sheridan YouUplift links to share messages and view our Sheridan page.:
Sheridan's Positive Submission Form
Sheridan's Positivity and Kindness Wall
Accountability Redesign Initiative
Dear Parents and Community Members,
Through the Accountability Redesign Initiative, the District is developing a new system to determine school quality. To create an equitable system, CPS needs to hear from you.
Join the conversation using the CPS Engagement website. You can provide feedback, share your ideas, and participate in surveys. To make sure you stay up-to-date, click the blue “Register” button on the CPS Engagement homepage.
If you have questions about the Accountability Redesign Initiative or how CPS measures school performance, please email SQRP@cps.edu.
E-Absence
Dear Sheridan Parents and Guardians,
E-Absence – a new way to report absences – is now live! You can now submit, schedule, and track student absences through the Aspen Parent Portal. That means no more making last-minute phone calls or completing paper forms.
E-Absence joins a collection of Aspen features designed to make accessing important student information simple for parents and guardians. You can sign in to your account at ASPEN.CPS.EDU and start using the E-Absence feature today.
To access Parent Portal, you must:
· Be listed as a contact for your student in the Student Information System.
· Have a valid email in the student’s contact records.
· Request and submit the validation code sent via email.
Don’t have an account? Contact our school clerk to register for an account today. You can also learn more at cps.edu/pages/parentresources.aspx.
My CHI. My Future App
We’re reaching out to share an exciting new tool for your student. The City of Chicago’s My CHI. My Future. App is now available to download on the App Store and Google Play. This unique mobile experience connects students with easy access to thousands of the best events, programs, jobs, and resources for youth throughout Chicago.
Activities range from educational to recreational and include in-person and virtual experiences. The new app makes it easy for students to tailor their experiences based on their location, age, and interests.
To join in, all your student has to do is download the app and complete a user profile. To learn more, visit www.mychimyfuture.org
ReadyCheckGo™ COVID-19 Testing Program
CPS has partnered with Thermo Fisher to offer free, weekly testing to students and staff for COVID-19. The ReadyCheckGo™ COVID-19 Testing Program is an integral part of keeping our students and staff healthy and safe as we continue to navigate the return to in-person learning. Please visit this link to sign up for testing: www.color.com/readycheckgo-cps
This weekly testing program is available to all CPS students and staff, whether vaccinated or not. However, unvaccinated students and staff are required to register.
Here are some things you should know about this district-wide program:
- Testing is conducted at school and during the school day.
- You will need to opt-in, and can do so here (and here, for staff members).
- Results are available within 24-48 hours.
- It’s 100% free for students and staff.
You can learn more about our testing program here. To learn more about all services that the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness offers, please visit cps.edu/cfbu or call the Healthy CPS hotline at 773.553.KIDS (5437).
To learn more about all services that the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness can offer, please visit cps.edu/cfbu or call the Healthy CPS hotline at 773.553.KIDS (5437).
Sheridan - YouUplift
Looking to spread some positivity and kindness with the Sheridan Community? Looking to see some messages of positivity and kindness to lift your spirits up? Please use our Sheridan YouUplift links to share messages and view our Sheridan page.:
Sheridan's Positive Submission Form
Sheridan's Positivity and Kindness Wall
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