Proud Principal of Peterson Elementary in Chicago. Relentlessly Committed to ALL Kids Becoming College Graduates, Community Leaders, Cultural Ambassadors.
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"But it falls on all of us...to work together to create a 'new normal' in which the legacy of bigotry and unequal treatment no longer infects our institutions or our hearts." -@BarackObama
Check out our new mural! It beautifully exemplifies what Peterson is all about. A huge thank @39wardsamanthanugent for supporting this project through participatory budgeting, @ChiPubSchools, & @damonlamarreed
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You're invited to Peterson’s STEAM Night Student Showcase on 4/24 from 5:00 - 6:30! During this event, families will get a chance to experience a day in the life of a student at Peterson by participating in student-led, STEAM-focused activities in students’ classrooms. @cpsSTEM
Check out Peterson students visiting @NEIU today to explore college life and participate in a video game design workshop facilitated by Technolochicas! Thank you, Technolochicas & College of Arts of Sciences!
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Peterson is Hiring!
SECAs
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Middle School Science Teacher
English Language Program Teacher
Primary Teacher
@ChiPubSchools @CPS_Network1
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Peterson is seeking candidates to fill these positions:
SECA
MS Social Studies (Span Bilingual)
MS Science (Span Bilingual)
English Language Program Teacher
Pirmary (Span Bilingual)
Send your resume to Principal Nieves at [email protected] or AP Hurley at [email protected]
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Our fundrasing campaign is almost over, but you can still make a difference for our students and staff! We’re raising money to support STEAM at Peterson. Giving only takes a few minutes. Donate here: friendsofpeterson.app.neoncr… @Network1CPS @ChiPubSchool
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La Serpiente Emplumada is hosting a dine-to-donate on Friday, December 15th from 12 p.m. until 4 a.m to support Peterson Elementart. Stop by or order through Toast and Friends of Peterson will receive 20% of your order!
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Give the gift of learning to our students by donating to our GivingTuesday Campaign. Your kindness will help support STEAM education at Peterson.Donate at friendsofpeterson.app.neoncr…
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Peterson School has been awarded an Exemplary designation by the state of Illinois--this designation is only awarded to the top 10% of schools in Illinois. Congratulations, Peterson community!
Thank you, Peterson counselors, for another great high school fair! We appreciate your visit, @Matherhs @VonSteubenMSC @Amundsen_HS @CPSuccessCHI
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Peterson students were treated to a special performance by Sandoval Elementary School’s folkloric dance team. It was an honor to host Sandoval students; they are truly the epitome of talent and dedication. @ChiPubSchools @SandovalSchool
Please Help Us Beautify Peterson's Grounds!
Join us this Saturday, August 12th from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. to help weed, spread mulch, and more!
Sign up at
HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/PERKUPPE…
Peterson Gear & Dairy Star Raffle for attendees!
The Peterson Pantry has been temporarily relocated to Door #8 on Catalpa by Christiana during the PreK Playground Construction. Please take what you need.
Are you interested in adopting the pantry for a week this summer? Email [email protected].
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Happy Independence Day Weekend!
Please remember that fireworks of any kind are NOT allowed on Peterson property. This includes the Field and parking lot. Fireworks can severely damage our school and especially our new field.
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You’re Invited to a CPS Back-to-School Bash at Peterson Elementary School on Wednesday July 26, 2023, 10-2PM. Connect with your student’s school and local organizations, Ask questions and get information about the upcoming school year.
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Does someone you know want to find out what makes Peterson such an amazing neighborhood school? Please encourage them to join us during our Prospective Families Information Session and School Tour:
Wednesday, April 26th at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 4th at 9 a.m.
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You still have time to help us raise funds to refresh our classroom libraries with diverse books. It only takes a few minutes to help support Peterson students and educators. Simply click friendsofpeterson.app.neoncr…. For every $25 donated, you can choose to be entered into a raffle.
Thank you, Peterson PAC, for coordinating @DevorahHeitner's visit to Peterson and discussion: “Helping Kids Thrive in their Digital World”. Thank you @NewLeadersOrg and the Roberts Award for the grant that supported these efforts.
