The Local School Council Applications are due by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, January 20, 2026!
How to Apply (English/Spanish):
Every candidate must complete nomination forms as part of their application. This year, applicants will use DocuSign to apply electronically. DocuSign replaces paper applications for adult candidates completing their forms in English or Spanish.
How to Apply (Ukrainian Parents):
Ukrainian parents may submit hard copies using the following links that will need to be printed out and turned in to our main office:
After submitting your application, you must present two (2) forms of identification, in person, to the school (Ginsburg Elementary). Acceptable forms of identification can be found here: https://www.cps.edu/about/local-school-councils/lsc-elections/parent-community-staff/
How to Apply (English/Spanish):
Every candidate must complete nomination forms as part of their application. This year, applicants will use DocuSign to apply electronically. DocuSign replaces paper applications for adult candidates completing their forms in English or Spanish.
- All online nomination forms must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on January 20, 2026.
- Complete the online English or Spanish application at cps.edu/lscelection. Here, you will also find any other pertinent information.
How to Apply (Ukrainian Parents):
Ukrainian parents may submit hard copies using the following links that will need to be printed out and turned in to our main office:
- Candidate Nomination Form
- Criminal Conviction Disclosure Form
- Telephone Number Disclosure Form
- Candidate Statement Form
After submitting your application, you must present two (2) forms of identification, in person, to the school (Ginsburg Elementary). Acceptable forms of identification can be found here: https://www.cps.edu/about/local-school-councils/lsc-elections/parent-community-staff/
Welcome to Ginsburg Elementary's LSC
2024-2026 LSC MembersWendy Oleksy, Principal
Ulyana Balatsko, Parent Melanie Mierejewski, Parent, President Sofiia Hladii, Parent Olha Slupska, Parent Hanna Rupa, Parent Vacant, Parent Lois Levine, Community Member Brian Slutz, Community Member, FOIA Officer Grace Gibbs, Teacher Danielle McMillan, Teacher, Secretary Lisa Faiola, Non-Teaching Staff Member Anabella K, student member |
LSC Meeting Dates
August 26, 2024 Organizational Meeting September 19, 2024 October 17, 2024 November 21, 2024 December 19, 2024 January 16, 2025 February 13, 2025 March 13, 2025 April 10, 2025 May 8, 2025 All meetings begin at 5:00 p.m. and meet in room 204 |
What is an LSC?
Chicago Public Schools have Local School Councils (LSC) which are responsible for three main duties:
Did you know LSC members are highly trained?
All LSC members must complete 9 training modules within six months of taking office. The Board ise in charge of this training, and if an LSC member fails to complete the program within the six month period allowed, the Board will declare his/her seat vacant following a hearing. For removed parent and community members, the LSC will then appoint a qualified person who meets the eligibility requirements to fill the unexpired term. For removed school staff members, the Board will appoint a qualified person who meets the eligibility requirements to fill the unexpired term following a non-binding staff poll.
There are nine (9) mandatory lessons that LSC members have to take. The nine mandatory lessons are:
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
Did you know LSC members are highly trained?
All LSC members must complete 9 training modules within six months of taking office. The Board ise in charge of this training, and if an LSC member fails to complete the program within the six month period allowed, the Board will declare his/her seat vacant following a hearing. For removed parent and community members, the LSC will then appoint a qualified person who meets the eligibility requirements to fill the unexpired term. For removed school staff members, the Board will appoint a qualified person who meets the eligibility requirements to fill the unexpired term following a non-binding staff poll.
There are nine (9) mandatory lessons that LSC members have to take. The nine mandatory lessons are:
- Roles and Responsibilities of LSCs
- Meetings
- Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)
- Budget
- Principal Evaluation and Retention
- Principal Selection
- Internal Accounts and Fundraising
- Code of Ethics
- Duties and Responsibilities of LSC Officers
| letter_i_-_english.pdf |
| letter_i_-_spanish.pdf |