The CGS program is designed to immerse the child in complex interactive experiences that are both rich and relevant. The three elements of a classical curriculum: content, process, and communication are integrated into the learning experience from preschool through 8th grade.
Upcoming Events
Apr
09
National Spanish Examination
Time: 12:00 am
Chicago Grammar School students in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades take the National Spanish Examination. The purpose of this annual contest is to recognize student achievement and to promote language proficiency in the study of the Spanish language. The students are tested on their skills in reading, listening, vocabulary and grammar. The National Spanish Examinations are the most … Continued
Apr
09
Street Smarts: Biking & Walking Safety
Time: 12:00 am
April 9th and 10th. The weather is getting nicer and the bikes are coming out! The City of Chicago has a program called “Complete Streets, “ whose mission is to ensure that everyone – pedestrians, transit users, bicyclists and motorists – can travel safely and comfortably along and across a street. Bike Ambassadors travel all over … Continued
Apr
12
Trojan Horse and Beowulf: Performances and Art Show
Time: 2:00 pm
First grade has been studying Ancient Greece. They have constructed Trojan Horses and are performing a play based on scenes from the Iliad. Second grade has been entrenched in the Medieval world. Most recently they have been studying Beowulf. They are showcasing paintings from the story and acting as bards, as they perform a choral recitation … Continued
Apr
15
Standardized Testing Week
Time: 12:00 am
April 15th-18th. CGS administers annual tests to measure students’ performance and ability. Beginning with the third grade, CGS students take standardized tests provided by the College of Education of the University of Iowa: The Iowa Assessments (previously the Iowa Test of Basic Skills), known colloquially as ITBS tests. They also take The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). … Continued
Classical Education at CGS: Core Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Communication Skills
Ready to Conquer the World
CGS kids are nice, they like to have fun and they like to learn.
From their first day of class, CGS students experience the passion of artful, enthusiastic and nurturing teachers, the satisfaction of learning new things, the challenge of thinking beyond the obvious and the wonder of creating art, all within the richness of the classical curriculum with ample opportunities to showcase and communicate their knowledge throughout the year.