Local School Council (LSC)

Chicago Public Schools have Local School Councils (LSC) which are responsible for three main duties:
- Approving how school funds and resources are allocated
- Developing and monitoring the annual School Improvement Plan
- Evaluating and selecting the school's Principal
Local School Councils consist of the following members:
- School's principal
- 6 parents
- 2 community members
- 2 teachers
- 1 non-teacher staff
- 3 Student representative
JHCP's Local School Council SY26
Hancock College Prep 2024-2025
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Agendas and Approved Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes are typically approved at the following month's regular LSC meeting, and approved minutes are to be posted a few days after they are approved!
School Year 2023-2024 LSC Agendas and Approved Meeting Minutes
LSC Minutes and Agendas: Below are PDF versions of both LSC Agenda and Minutes for the 2022-2023 school year.
LSC Minutes and Agendas: Below are PDF versions of both LSC Agenda and Minutes for the 2021-2022 school year.
LSC Minutes and Agendas: Below are PDF versions of both LSC Agenda and Minutes for the 2020-2021 school year.
LSC Minutes and Agendas: Below are PDF versions of both LSC Agenda and Minutes for the 2019-2020 school year.
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2024-2026 Local School Council Elections!
We are looking for the new representatives to join our Local School Council for the 2024-2026 school year. Applications are available in person or you can scan the QR code below to access the digital applications.
Applications should be submitted in person to Ms. Yolanda Mendez in the main office by February 8, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

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How can I learn more about Local School Councils at Chicago Public Schools?
Chicago Public Schools also a Local School Council Advisory Board, where parents can learn more about district level opportunities as well as bring back information from the larger community. Below are flyers and agendas about upcoming events hosted by the LSCAB.
Local School Council Resources