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Chicago Public Schools is the third-largest public school system in the United States, serving more than 400,000 children in 623 schools... |
Chicago Public Schools has successfully used the Turnaround strategy with two historically struggling schools, Sherman and Harvard elementary schools... |
We are looking for outstanding educators who are committed to increasing student achievement in Chicago Public Schools ... |
What are the benefits of teaching at a Turnaround School? Turnaround teachers will benefit from enhanced professional development opportunities... |
If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at: |
6520 South Wood Street Chicago, IL 60636 (773) 535-9150
Kenyatta Butler, Principal Elizabeth Dozier, Principal
http://www.harper.cps.k12.il.us/
Do you want to join a team that is dedicated to closing the achievement gap?
Are you looking for the next great challenge in your life?
Do you believe ALL students can succeed?
Welcome to William R. Harper High School, home of the Cardinals!
Harper is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago and serves 1,300 students in grades 9-12. As a 2008-2009 Chicago Turnaround School, Harper is focused on creating a respectful, student-centered environment that will enable us to intensely focus on raising student achievement and ensure that our students make adequate yearly progress (AYP).
Harper will be staffed with passionate, energetic and outstanding teachers who are committed to all students Our staff will begin a rigorous summer program on August 11th in order to prepare for the challenges of the coming school year, and begin to develop the sense of teamwork and dedication that we aim to instill in our students.
Harper’s students will be held to the highest standards, so that they are on time, on task and respectful. They will take ownership of their education, their lives and their futures. Over the next year, the goal is to make impressive gains in student achievement.
Our community needs individuals who will provide each student with the skills and values needed to become successful in a global economy. We are looking for educators who are willing to work hard to achieve these goals. This will not be easy. There will be many challenges along the way, but together we will succeed! We hope you will consider joining the Cardinal team.
Professional Development
In preparation for the 2008-2009 school year, teachers will participate in voluntary Professional Development, Strategic Planning and the School Staff Retreat from August 11, 2008 to August 26, 2008.
Academic Calendar
Harper High School is scheduled to have 38.6 weeks of school during the 2008-2009 school year. There have been discussions for Harper to enter into a year-round school schedule for the 2009-2010 school year. However, this has not been determined or finalized.
Teaching positions are still available!
Harper High School is still looking for outstanding teachers in the following areas:
- Band Director
- Special Education
All applicants must have proper certification and endorsements to be considered.
Please submit resumes to: Turnarounds@cps.k12.il.us
