The future of education in Chicago takes all of us.
Don't sit this one out! For the first time, Chicago will elect School Board members to represent their communities. Vote on the Chicago School Board to make education more equitable, better funded, and more reflective of your community’s needs.
Find Your District & Learn About the Candidates
Learn more about the candidates up for election in your school district using the comprehensive voter guide created by WBEZ, the Chicago Sun-Times, and Chalkbeat Chicago. The guide includes key details and candidate survey responses, helping you stay informed about every school board candidate.
Shape the Future of Our Schools This Election!
You have the opportunity to elect members who demand progress for our schools.
A candidate can win with just a few more votes than their opponent.
There is no runoff process; every vote counts in the first round.
The 10 elected members will have the strongest voice at the table.
There won’t be another election until 2026.
What's at Stake in This Election?
Equitable school funding
Focusing on student needs
Better pay for high-quality teachers
Greater school flexibility
Investment in school upgrades
What is the Purpose of the Chicago Board of Education?
The Board of Education runs CPS and should represent the needs and values of your community. The people on the board decide how money is spent at your local schools—for hiring teachers, fixing buildings, and offering important programs for students. They also help make sure students succeed, set rules for all schools, and choose and evaluate the district’s CEO.
Responsible for hiring CPS CEO, implementing a 5-year plan and approving a $9B budget.
Responsible for 323K students, 600+ schools, 30K teachers.
What to Know Before You Vote
Election Day is November 5, and polls will be open from 6 am–7 pm.
Check Your Registration*
Are you unsure if you are registered to vote? Check your registration here.
*Same Day Registration is available at all precinct polling places and vote centers.
Know Your School Board District
Use the guide to enter your address and find your school board district.
Know Your Polling Location
11/4 - Last day of early voting.
11/5 - Deadline to drop off mail-in ballots at polling stations or designated drop boxes.
11/5 - Last day to mail in ballots; ballots MUST be postmarked by this date.
11/5 - Election Day.
What You Need to Bring
Depending on individual circumstances, voters may need to bring 1–2 forms of identification.
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