As an African proverb professes, "Ora na azu nwa," or "It takes a village to raise a child," we at Alcott High School for the Humanities know the power of the parent in a child's education.  That is exactly the reason for our approach: including parents or guardians whenever and wherever possible.  It may mean chaperoning for a field trip to the orchestra or it may mean volunteering to sell Alcott spirit wear on Fridays.  It could mean assisting in the teacher resource room or it could mean a college talk with your child, the AVID coordinator and counselor. 

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Local School Council
Alcott High School for the Humanities has a shared Local School Council (LSC) with Alcott Elementary.  The LSC meets the second Tuesday of each month at 8:15 a.m. All meetings take place in the Alcott Elementary auditorium located at 2625 N. Orchard Street.
LSC Dates
October 13, 2009
November 10, 2009
December 8, 2009
January 12, 2010
February 9, 2010
March 9, 2010
April 13, 2010
May 11, 2010
June 8, 2010

Student Uniforms
AHSH has a sensible uniform policy.  Students must wear a black Alcott High School shirt and it is available in the main office from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.   Again, students may only wear the official AHSH shirt.  Students will be required to wear khaki pants with the official AHSH shirt.  Khaki pants may be purchased at stores of your choice.

ITEMPrice
Polo Shirt with AHSH on Chest $15
PE Uniform Shirt with AHSH on Chest      $8
PE Uniform Shorts with AHSH on Leg      $12
AHSH Sweat Pants   $15
AHSH Lanyard (for ID's)   $2
Permanent Identification Cards (ID)$5

Volunteer Opportunities
Parents are encouraged to complete the Parent Volunteer Form and return to AHSH soon.  When opportunities occur, AHSH administrators or teachers will contact you with more information.

Parent Newsletter
AHSH publishes a monthly parent e-newsletter.  Be the first to know about events, happenings and student accomplishments by signing up today.  To request your copy of the e-newsletter, email the following information to info@alcotths.org:  Your Name, Student's Name, Preferred Email Address. 

Friends of Alcott
Friends of Alcott is a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to raise the funds necessary to supplement the schools meager operating budget, and to act as the operating center for coordinating and assisting with school events and activities.

Forms and Publications
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Accessibility and Accommodations
Alcott High School for the Humanities has undergone a $4.4 million renovation in 2009 and more work will continue during 2010.  One major improvement to the campus comes in the form of an ADA-compliant access entrance into the high school.  It is located on the north side of campus and at the corner of Wellington and Hoyne. During the summer of 2010, plans call for an elevator to be installed in the 116-year old building.  Currently, wheelchair access is limited to the cafeteria and science classroom located on the ground floor.  If you need any further assistance or clarification, please contact Dean of Programs Cheryl Gold at clgold@cps.edu.
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  Alcott High School for the Humanities                   |                      2957 N. Hoyne Avenue   Chicago, IL  60618                         |                       773.534.5970
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Alcott HS is part of the only pre-K thru grade 12 school in the City of Chicago.  Visit Alcott Elementary to learn more about our comprehensive educational program.
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