Pope

Overview

Grades

Pope serves students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school also offers a Head Start Program. The school's magnet program begins at the kindergarten level.

Academic programs

Pope is a magnet cluster school with a focus on literature and writing. It offers a Balanced Literacy Program K-8, AVID, Striving Readers, and CMSI for math and science. Scott Foresman is the curriculum component for our SCRMA Program.

Pope teachers use Consistency Management & Cooperative Discipline Program to maintain a calm climate in our school.

Location

Pope is located in the North Lawndale Community near Douglas Park. 

Building

Pope is large and accommodates students as well as space for CPS professional development and training opportunities. The grounds are secure and well-maintained.  There are two playlots for students to enjoy. Off-street and on-street parking is available for faculty, staff and guests.

Programs

Government

Student Council with representatives from grades 3-8. All teachers and students stay for an extended hour of after-school academics. 

Other clubs

Robotics

Arts and crafts

Sports

Soccer, basketball

Awards and recognition

Attendance

100% eighth grade graduation rate

Test scores

Recognized for the most Freshman On track students in area 8 by CPS
State recognition for improved scores overtime

Teaching and grants

CPS Outstanding Teacher Attendance Award
Burnham Project Grant Recipient

Testimonials

from a staff member:

"I believe my school is high-performing because we have a minimum turnover rate with our teachers and because we hold all stakeholders accountable. Our teachers are motivated and dedicated to show up for work every day with one goal in mind: to educate our students. Also, our students know the importance of being at school every day; therefore, they eagerly arrive and expect authentic and uninterrupted instruction from their teachers. We connect with our students’ families to remind them of the importance of having their children in school every day and on time. Ultimately, these students are our FUTURE!! Lastly, and most importantly, our teachers use data to guide the instruction that is needed on an individual basis, which is why my school is high-performing."