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Date: July 1, 2016 at 11 :23:16 AM CDT
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Subject: From Chris Carney-need a quick chat about aviation security issue
Hello Rahm,
Chris Carney here. I know you're busy so I'll be brief. I am currently working with the ODNI on
aviation security issues. I was hoping to get a chance to arrange a visit to speak with Ginger Evans
and/or the Chief of Security for O'Hare and Midway. I have tried calling Evans' office directly but
the messages left have met with silence. Is there a way I could get in touch with her office? There is
an insider threat component to this which I need to explore with her. I have been able to arrange a
visit to LAX, and wanted to see ORD as well. At any rate, I appreciate anything you can do.
I hope all is well with you and your family. You may have the toughest political job in America.
Cheers,
Chris Carney
(C) 570(0) 202-404-6746

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Friday, July 1, 2016 10:47:03 PM
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20160701 Letter to Ginger Evans.pdf;ATTOOOOl.htm

The attached has been sent to Ginger. It fully explains United's proposal and makes clear that, while this
proposal reflects short term, but significant growth for O'Hare, United is fully committed to the City's long term
growth and expansion plans and that we are actively engaged in the process that gets us all to a plan. Billy

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Friday, July 1, 2016 11 :08:55 PM
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Thanks.
Bold--yes.
Enjoy Michigan.
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On Jul 1, 2016, at 6:04 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com> wrote:
That said I told ginger give it her full attention. She said united just gave their routes something
everyone else handed in February. Be bold
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I totally understand.

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Great Thanks. Will discuss with ginger . Got to be honest reflected on
our call. I do not know how else I can respond to a call with a verbal
explanation of a concept except present to ginger. If you all expected
yippie lets go you got the wrong mayor. A verbal concept on Fourth of
July with no details gets show me. After months of back and forth that's

generous in my view.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2016 12:39:06 PM
Rahm Emanuel <emanuel.rahm@gmail.com>
Garfield Park Conservatory

Please check ifwe still have 750,000 grant for children garden from State.
Thanks.
paul

From: Marilyn Katz [mkatz@mkcpr.com]


Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2016 7:50 AM
To: Koch, Steve (steve@stevekoch.us)
CC: emanuel, rahm (Mayor_re@rahmemail.com); Reifman, David
Subject: Permit for a Chicago small business takes a long time writes North & Hudson owner Opinion - Crain's Chicago Business
The column below reminds me of the issue I have been bringing up to Steve for the
past few years the lack of support for emerging businesses, particularly in the arts
and design. Aside from this article, I had already been thinking about the issue again,
having spent the weekend (with Steve and family) and talking with a bunch of young
talented people who had all left Chicago to pursue careers elsewhere.
We have some of the finest schools of design Art Institute and IIT to name just two
that graduate hundreds each year in various types of design (jewelry, clothing,
furniture, and more) yet the City does almost nothing to keep and support them.
(The paltry design center that existed in Macys does not cut it). Its great to support
tech with 1871 and the like but Id like to see us support a greater diversity of skills
and keep the young and creative here. There is more to life (thankfully than tech and
finance). And, for better or worse we have plenty of space. You, Rahm, among all
mayors, I know really gets this. Lets make it happen.
By the way, on another issue the way we kept Bungalows from being disfigured
when we started the Bungalow program was to tie loans and grants to approved
designs. (These programs, by the way, which cost the City really nothing) endeared
the City to homeowners They and the Bungalow and Green Home Expo should be
restarted. Literally the Expo itself drew 6 to 10 thousand people a year was beloved
and as we raised all the money from sponsors also cost the City nothing.
If you want to talk about these things, let me know.
http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20160706/OPINION/160709954#utm_medium=email&utm_source=ccbmorning10&utm_campaign=ccb-morning10-20160706

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Dear City Hall: The wait time for my


permit almost squashed my small
business
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By: REBECCA MUELLER


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Mueller of North & Hudson

If you are thinking of starting a small business in Chicago, you might want to have an attorney lined up to
help push things through City Hall.
Last week, my mobile fashion boutique, North & Hudson, finally hit the streets after months of sitting on the
sidelines waiting for approval from the city.

After leaving my career in finance and graduating from fashion school, I watched dozens of my classmates
flee Chicago for places like New York or Los Angeles. But I was determined to stay here in Chicago and to
support local fabric and manufacturing businesses with orders from my clothing line.
I purchased a 25-foot truck, similar to a food truck, and customized it to look like a walk-in-closet on wheels.
In April 2015, I approached City Hall with confidence. I'd memorized the city code for obtaining a peddlers
licensea street peddler is a person who moves from place to place, whether on private property or on the
public way, selling from a wagon, motor vehicle, hand cart, push cart or other vehicleand I was excited
about getting my mobile boutique out on the streets.
Imagine my disappointment when the city denied my application, saying that peddlers can't stop and park to
serve customers. The city assured me that they were working on a solution. However, in the coming
months, my calls to the city were met with few answers and no solutions.
Discouraged, I reached out to a law clinic at the University of Chicago Law School. The lawyers and law
students at the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship told me that the city had already created a
solution: the emerging business permit. Created in 2012, this permit was meant to make room for
businesses that did not quite fit in an existing license structure. The permit gave innovative businesses two
years to operate and gave the city two years to create the appropriate regulations for these businesses.
ButI was surprised to hear that the city had only ever issued one emerging business permit! Could it really
be that just one creative, out-of-the-box business had traveled through City Hall since 2012? That seemed
unlikely. I started pushing for an emerging business permit in October 2015, and it wasn't until June 2016
that the city finally issued the permit.
My dream was to create an easy shopping experience with unique, locally made items. The city's delay
almost put me out of business.
Now that I'm up and running, local manufacturers get business, local designers have a new place to
showcase their fashions and emerging fashion grads get to see an example of what it looks like to keep
your talent here in Chicago.

While I'm thrilled to be licensed now, I would be remiss if I didn't call attention to an opportunity that is being
squandered. The emerging business permit has great potential, but it only works if it is actually used. Not
every innovative business has a law clinic on its side or a year's worth of patience and savings.

I hope the next novel business to make its way to City Hall is met with a red carpet instead of a maze of red
tape.

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Wednesday, July 6, 20161:48:07 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: From Chris Carney-need a quick chat about aviation security issue

Your Honor,
I don't want to be an overly persistent jerk about this, but I am trying to arrange a visit to ORD to meet with the
head of security to have a discussion about the insider threat problem and how it's managed. I apologize for the
short-ish notice, but I was hoping to be able to be there on the 14th with two ofmy colleagues. If it's possible
please let me know as soon as you can. If not, I understand and I'll back off. Thanks for your time Rahm.
Yours as always,
Chris
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Thanks Rahm. Shall I coordinate with Ellen Mitchell? I have her number.
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>> On Jul I, 20 I 6, at 11 :23 AM, Christopher Camey <
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>> Hello Rahm,
>>

>> Chris Camey here. I know you're busy so I'll be brief. I am currently working with the ODN1 on aviation
security issues. I was hoping to get a chance to arrange a visit to speak with Ginger Evans and/or the Chief of
Security for O'Hare and Midway. I have tried calling Evans' office directly but the messages left have met with
silence. ls there a way I could get in touch with her office? There is an insider threat component to this which I
need to explore with her. I have been able to arrange a visit to LAX, and wanted to see ORD as well. At any
rate, I appreciate anything you can do.
>>
>> I hope all is well with you and your family. You may have the toughest political job in America.
>>
>> Cheers,
>>
>> Chris Camey
>> (C) 570<tel:570>> (0) 202-404-6746 <tel:202-404-6746>

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Sean Rapelyea <


Thursday, July 7, 2016 1:10:42 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Taste Numbers

Not sure if you've seen these. Not bad.

12:00
2016
$44,625
2015
$65,025
-31%
1:00
2016
$119,425
2015
$141,950
-16%
2:00
2016
$191,675
2015
$238,000
-19%
3:00
2016
$255,850
2015
$332,350
-23%
4:00
2016
$325,975
2015
$402,475
-19%
5:00
2016
$410,125
2015
$486,625
-15.5%
6:00
2016

$534,225
2015
$595,425
-10.25%
7:00
2016
$659,175
2015
$713,575
-7.5%
8:00
2016
$760,325
2015
$786,250
-3.30%

Final
2016
$809,948
2015
$829,047
-2.30% Y.O.Y.

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From: Negron, Michael [Michael.Negron@cityofchicago.org]


Sent: Friday, July 08, 2016 10:03 PM
To: Amy Rule
CC: Rahm Emanuel
Subject: Re: U.S. Paralympics on Twitter: "Congrats @MStockwell01 - you're going to Rio!
#RoadToRio @usatriathlon https://t.co/tk8Hq358Yn https://t.co/wkN1EH3i2t"
That's amazing. We can work on this.
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FYI
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Date: Friday, July 8, 2016
Subject: U.S. Paralympics on Twitter: "Congrats @MStockwell01 - you're going to
Rio! #RoadToRio @usatriathlon https://t.co/tk8Hq358Yn https://t.co/wkN1EH3i2t"
To: Amy Rule
Yes! Lost her leg in Iraq in 2004 at age 24. Decided instantly that she wasn't going to
succumb and has been laser focused on the 2016 Olympics for some time. Today
she learned she's in. Incredible story. It seems like it would be cool if Chicago
celebrated her.
Here is her TEDx Talk https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IWiNSH4KUfY
Here is a web site with her story
http://www.triathloninspires.com/mstockwellstory.html
On Friday, July 8, 2016, Amy Rule <
Is she a vet?
On Friday, July 8, 2016, Amy Rule
Woo hoo!

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On Friday, July 8, 2016, Laura Van Peenan <


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Go girl! Make Chicago proud!
https://mobile.twitter.com/USParalympics/status/751513232842452992
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-Best,
LVP

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Saturday, July 9, 2016 6:37:32 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: Veterans Prorgram

Right. I got it
On Jul 9, 2016 1:34 PM, "Rahm Emanuel" <mayor_re@rahmemail.com <mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >
wrote:
Evening. Coordinate with him
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Wow. Great news. We'll get it out


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Get out for Sunday evening. Coordinate with Matt
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From: "Matt O'Shea" <mattoshea@thel9thward.com <mailto:mattoshea@thel9thward.com> >


Date: July 9, 2016 at 1:30:00 PM CDT
To: "'Rahm Emanuel"' <mayor_re@rahmemail.com <mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >
Subject: Veterans Prorgram
Mayor:
Just wanted to thank you and your staff for your support of our homeless veterans program. The drive has now
concluded and the VA reports that during the past 30 days they received of $500,000 worth of donations with a
handful of wards still waiting to deliver their materials. The volume far surpassed any expectations and will be
enough to support thousands of veterans. This definitely would not have been possible without the PR support
that added with our announcement event. I know how busy you are and appreciate you making the time for this.
Thank you,
Matt

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paul levy <


Sunday, July 10, 2016 2:51:31 AM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: chicago river

I don't know. His name is James Chuck.


paul

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To: paul levy <
Sent: Saturday, July 9, 2016 5:46 PM
Subject: Re: chicago river

If it is the same guy who worked with John Buck yes!


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I met the guy who proposed a floating bike path in chicago river. we are going todo sometningat
rockwell together.
did you like his concept for bike path in River?
paul

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Thursday, July 14, 2016 12:01 :14 PM
Rahm Emanuel <emanuel.rahm@gmail.com>
river floating bike path

I spoke with James Chuck (not connected in any way to John Buck) developer of river floating bike path yesterday.
He told me ii could be built with private funds (le no with funds). It would financed with bonds and paid off with a toll
for use of the bike path. He is ok with going south from Lawrence if that is an issue but ii would also go south of the
loop so as to not ignore the south side.
I think he could make it happen.
Let me know

paul

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Thursday, July 14, 2016 1:22:06 PM
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Floating River Bike Path
TAG-RiverRide-Intro-07172015.pdf;ATTOOOOl.htm

Contact info:
rJames Price Chuck
TAG Holding LLC
www.tagholdingllc.com

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Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 11:57 AM
To: Paul Levy
Subject: Re: Rockwell Site Plan

Paul,
Thanks again for showing me the spaces. I've been reflecting on them. Could your broker contact me to discuss
terms?
Here is a link to an infrastructure design group I co-founded: http://secondshore.com On the website, you can
click on "RiverRide Floating Pathway" at the lower left of the splash page for the bike path project. I've also
attached a project overview document.
Best,
James

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Mayor Emanuel has a vision:

"I want Chicago to be the most bike-friendly city in the United States."
And COOT has a plan:

Place bicycle rack/hub within half-mile of every Chicagoan;


Construct more bikeways where more people live and commute;

Build infrastructure to match need and stimulate growth.

But there are real problems:

93% of citizens will not ride a bicycle on roads with cars - COOT 2020 report
2014: cyclist fatalities up 130%; 1,500 auto-related cyclist injuries - cooT
Most protected bike lanes are not high-volume or high-relevance routes.
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water and parkland; 9 of 12
abut a river or canal.
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views of, and access to, the
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Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis: 5.5mi; no major breaks in traffic;


busy with commuters year-round; plowed in winter; usage by 4.5%
commuters. (note: 1.5% of Chicago's commuters use bicycles)
Boulder Creek Path, Boulder, Colo.: 7.5mi.
Burke-Gilman Trail, Seattle: 27mi; backbone oi city's cycling
infrastructure.

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Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade & Springwater Trail Corridor, Portland:


23mi; includes l .5mi floating pathway, longest of its kind in the U.S.
5) Cherry Creek Bike Path, Denver: 20mi; due to central location and
infrequent intersections the path is a commuter highway.
6) Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, Austin, TX: l Omi.
7) Minuteman Commuter Bikeway, Boston: l Omi trail connects Greater
Boston; terminates at train station "pedal and park" facility.
8) Lakefront Trail, Chicago: l 8mi scenic pathway without motor traffic.
9) Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, NYC: a 28mi, mostly unbroken
pathway almost path perfect for commuting and seeing the sites of
NY.
I 0) Willamette River Trail, Eugene, Ore.: l 2mi on both sides of river; 6%.
l l J American River Bike Trail, Sacramento: 32mi route from downtown to
neighboring towns; few road crossings and flat terrain make this trail
is a favorite for commuters and those looking for a weekend ride.
12) Schuylkill River Trail, Philadelphia: 23mi nearly unbroken path; a boon
to commuters looking for a scenic shortcut through parts of
downtown and recreational cyclists making a weekend escape.
Source: Top urban bike paths across the USA, USA Today, July 23, 2013
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Source: Top urban bike paths across the USA, USA Today,July 23, 2013
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Let's harness Mayor Emanuel's vision:

"The Chicago River should be an asset that people across the city
enjoy ... we need projects to increase use of the river ways by Chicagoans."
Let's innovate with existing floating solutions to create something magical:
RIVERRIDE: a year-round, car-free bicycle pathway floating on the

Chicago River between Horner and Ping Tom Parks.

Let's make a huge and immediate impact by creating "Seperation"

Enlarge pool of bike commuters to 2.5MM Chicagoans.


Catapult Chicago as leading bike-friendly city with 60,000 commuters.
Improve bike safety and alleviate pressure on overcrowded bike lanes.
Protect riverbank while creating fish/fauna habitats to improve water.
Create 1OOs of privately-funded construction and maintenance jobs.
Be a one-of-a-kind pathway and a global tourism "must do".

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RiverRide is composed of steelreinforced concrete pontoon segments


developed by Marinetek, a global
leader in floating structures (marina,
breakwater and floating roads}.
Design is inspired by Chicago's classic
bridge architecture, nautical design
cues and understated elegance.
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(Port of Chicago and other}
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and gates installed adjacent to
bridges, public parks and other points.
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connected to adjacent segments and
secured with pilings driven in riverbed.
4. Solar panels above each segment
power lighting, precipitation-activated
awnings and heating conduit
embedded in the segment surface to
prevent icing and snow build-up.
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minimize injury during a fall and snow
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On Jul 11, 2016, at 10:15 AM, Paul Levy <PLeyy@pmdchicago.com> wrote:


I donat know weight bearing capacity of floors. You tell me what you need and where (including locations of drains).
We will I make it work. We may have to do coringa'Ms.
Also call me about floating river bike path.
Paul
Paul A. Levy
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
333 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601
312-644-1055
312-644-0686 fax
pleyy@pmdchicaqo.com

From: James Price Chuck (mailto:j


Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 8:57 AM

To: Paul Levy


Subject: Re: Rockwell Site Plan

Thank you Paul.


I visited the permitting department at City Hall Friday and confirmed that there would not be a problem
licensing 3031 for a cider production with a tap room. How thick are the cement floors? Do you know what
weight they can bear?
While at City Hall, I asked about liquor licensing at your larger Rockwell site (without mentioning the actual
project name, ownership or location) and was informed that:
if each separate liquor related business has its own address and facilities fence/wall, then each can have
its own liquor license
there can not be multiple liquor licenses accessing a shared space (e.g. river front, public space between
buildings) because clear liability cannot be assigned to a liquor license holder; the Office of Public Way
might need to make a judgement on site design and use.
Ia.m sure you know more about these permitting issues than I do, but liquor licensing can get complicated. It
may be worth double-checking whether Metropolitaniis tap room on the river front will impede getting
liquor licenses for your event space and river front.
I look forward to hearing from you on 303 Hls floor info.
Regards,
James

On Jul 8, 2016, at 12:08 PM, Paul Levy <PLeyy@pmdchicago.com> wrote:


Let me know if you need more info.

Paul A. Levy
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
333 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601
312-644-1055
312-644-0686 fax
pleyy@pmdchicago.com

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Contact info:rJames Price Chuck


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From: James Price Chuck (mailto:


Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 11:57 AM
To: Paul Levy
Subject: Re: Rockwell Site Plan Paul,Thanks again for showing me the spaces. I've been reflecting
on them. Could your broker contact me to discuss terms?Here is a link to an infrastructure design
group I co-founded: http://secondshore.com On the website, you can click on "RiverRide Floating
Pathway" at the lower left of the splash page for the bike path project. I've also attached a project
overview document. Best,James
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On Jul 11, 2016, at 10:15 AM, Paul Levy <PLeyy@pmdchicago.com> wrote:


I don't know weight bearing capacity of floors. You tell me what you need and where (Including locations
of drains). We will I make it work. We may have to do coring's.
Also call me about floating river bike path.
Paul

Paul A. Levy
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
333 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601
312-644-1055
312-644-0686 fax
plew@pmdchicago.com

From: James Price Chuck (


Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 8:57 AM
To: Paul Levy
Subject: Re: Rockwell Site Plan

Thank you Paul.


I visited the permitting department at City Hall Friday and confirmed that there would not be a
problem licensing 3031 for a cider production with a tap room. How thick are the cement floors?
Do you know what weight they can bear?
While at City Hall, I asked about liquor licensing at your larger Rockwell site (without mentioning
the actual project name, ownership or location) and was informed that:
if each separate liquor related business has its own address and facilities fence/wall, then
each can have its own liquor license
there can not be multiple liquor licenses accessing a shared space (e.g. river front, public
space between buildings) because clear liability cannot be assigned to a liquor license holder;
the Office of Public Way might need to make a judgement on site design and use.
I'm sure you know more about these permitting issues than I do, but liquor licensing can get
complicated. It may be worth double-checking whether Metropolitan' s tap room on the river front
will impede getting liquor licenses for your event space and river front.
I look forward to hearing from you on 3031 's floor info.
Regards,
James

On Jul 8, 2016, at 12:08 PM, Paul Levy <PLevy@pmdchicago.com> wrote:


Let me know if you need more info.
Paul A. Levy
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
333 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60601
312-644-1055
312-644-0686 fax
Q lew@llI!l\l.9.!ligaqo .c.Q.m

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Fw: Fwd: Permit

One of our tenants has been trying to submit a building permit for 2 weeks==see below from their architect.
No need for you to get into this but thought you would like to know

From: Carol Barrett <carol@scrafano.net>


Date: July 14, 2016 a
To: Luke Sequeira <
Cc: Elissa Scrafano <elissa@scrafano.net>, Marie Trabold <marie@scrafano.net>
Subject: Re: Permit
hey LukeUnfortunately, no. The city only accepts electronic submittals now.
We are SO sorry this is such a nightmare!
We have been in daily communication with the building department- they finally figured
out that ii is a problem on their end, and are waiting on their IT person to sort ii out. We
have been dealing with Ed Dougherty there, who has been somewhat helpful, and is trying
to get it worked out. Apparently, this is not an uncommon occurance.
We know it is incredibly frustrating- we were trying to save you time and money by
submitting it ourselves and saving the expense of an expediter, but it's taking a lot longer
than it should. If you wan to revisit the expediter
angle, we can see if there is a way they can reduce their fees for you.
Sorry we don't have better news for you!
ThanksCarol
Carol Barrett
please note new address + phone!

scrafanoarchitects
chlcago + los angeles
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chicago, ill!nois 60612
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f Am I able to just deliver drawings in person instead of using this e system? I was under
the impression that thee submittal would be more efficient. Thanks
Luke

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Dear Mayor Emanuel and Deputy Mayor Koch,

Unfortunately, the July 21st event hosted by Willis Towers Watson and the Risky Business Project
on climate risk to the Midwest has been canceled. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may
cause. We look forward to the opportunity to discuss this important topic with you in the future.
Thank you,
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Mayor Emanuel,
Thank you very much for spending time with Simon and me on Monday afternoon. I plan to review the
partnership opportunities we discussed at an upcoming leadership meeting, and will decide which ones make
the most sense as we continue to expand our visibility and investment into the Chicago community.
I meant to ask you for your support on a few key events coming up around the Bank of America Chicago
Marathon:
1. We will be holding the official press conference during the week prior to the Marathon, and would

ask for your remarks for the runners and the city.
2. We also would like to invite you to be on hand at the start line.

Please let me know if these would fit into your schedule, and thank you again for taking the time to connect.
See you again soon!
Sincerely,
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Thursday, July 21, 2016 7:05:17 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
19th Ward Schools Plan
19th Ward Public School Master Plan.docx

Mayor:
Attached is brief overview of what I would like to execute. I have been working with CPS on this and have had one
positive discussion with Forrest. I will also send this to Eileen and Lindy so that they have a copy. Lindy is in the loop on
this but I have not discussed it with Eileen, Please let me know if you would like to discuss further.
Thanks,
Matt

19TH WARD PUBLIC SCHOOL MASTER PLAN:


Currently, public schools on the western portion of the 19th Ward are severely
overcrowded while enrollment declines in the eastern portion. As such, capital
investments have been made largely to alleviate overcrowding, at the expense
of older, Jess safe buildings. I am working with CPS to develop a global strategy,
realigning boundaries and campuses to meet the changing demand for public
education.
I.

Mount Greenwood Elementary School: To address ongoing severe


overcrowding at Mt. Greenwood Elementary, the existing Keller
Regional Gifted Center campus (located three blocks away) would
become a 7th and 8th grade facility for Mt. Greenwood - instead of
investing $20 million for a 7th & 8th building at Chicago Ag.

II.

Keller Regional Gifted Center: Keller Magnet would move to what Is


now Kellogg Elementary School, an analysis of existing students shows
that this move would mean that a majority of students would travel
slightly less far than they currently do.

Ill.

Kellogg / Sutherland Elementary Schools: Kellogg & Sutherland would


merge in the existing Sutherland campus. Both schools have out of
district and out of boundary enrollment, and both schools have
experienced declining enrollment.

IV.

Esmond Elementary School: Built in 1891, Esmond Elementary School is


the oldest campus in the 19th Ward and 5th oldest building in CPS
system. The population is 97% low income, and 100% minority. The
campus includes a main building, and a dilapidated, unsafe
secondary building. For years, we have petitioned for a significant
capital investment at Esmond Elementary School. CPS Facilities has
been exploring options for Investment here utilizing the resources that
would previously have been used for the 7th & 8th grade building at
Chicago Ag.

V.

Morgan Park High School: 62% of current Morgan Park High School
students come from outside the attendance boundary. The Principal
and LSC have asked to shift to a selective enrollment model. We
would like to shift to a hybrid model similar to Skinner West where there
is an attendance boundary and all other seats filled through selective
enrollment applications.

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Thursday, July 21, 2016 7:46:57 PM
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Re: 19th Ward Schools Plan

Also Anna and Rendina


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Mayor:
Attached is brief overview of what I would like to execute. I have been working with CPS on this and have
had one positive discussion with Forrest. I will also send this to Eileen and Lindy so that they have a copy.
Lindy is in the loop on this but I have not discussed it with Eileen. Please let me know if you would like to
discuss further.
Thanks,
Matt

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Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:37:52 PM
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Fwd: WSJ edits - please confirm ASAP

See below.
Sent from my iPhone
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From: "ONeal, Adam" <adam.oneal@wsj.com>
Date: July 28, 2016 at 12:19:17 PM EDT

To: mayor re@rahmemail.com


Subject: WSJ edits - please confirm ASAP

Hello,
I have edits for you on your piece for the Journal. We trimmed down and sanded to fit our space
constraints, and the fresh text is below.
We plan on running the piece onllne tonight, and In tomorrow's paper, so it's important to finish this piece as
soon as possible. Could you make changes and corrections in the text below1 in red or bold font? There are a
few questions for you in all caps.

If I can be of any assistance to you, please don't hesitate to ask.


AdamO'Neal
Assistant op-ed editor
The Wall Street Journal

By Rahm Emanuel and Bill Haslam


At the state and local level, leaders of both political parties are pursuing solutions to one of
America's most pressing problems: the high cost of college. As the Republican governor of
Tennessee and the Democratic mayor of Chicago, we have both launched efforts to improve access
to community college and to increase educational attainment. The results of both programs provide
proof that it's possible to find solutions for the country's most pressing problems-even in this
fraught political era.
Two years ago Tennessee launched the nation's first statewide program to provide free access to
community and technical college. Tennessee Promise offers last-dollar scholarships and volunteer
mentors to high-school graduates, eliminating barriers to college access and success. The program
didn't require a tax increase, and an endowment funded by state-lottery revenue ensures its
financial sustainability.
In 2015, more than 16,000 students attended college on a Promise scholarship. Enrollment for firsttime freshmen at community colleges in Tennessee rose 25%, with Promise participants boasting
an 81 % retention rate. And for students who want to transfer to a four-year school after completing
two years of community college, the Transfer Pathways program ensures course-credit alignment.
This effectively cuts the cost ofa bachelor's degree in half.

Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community college free for
seniors graduating from public schools with a B average or better. More than 94% of participants
completed their first year, compared with only 61 % for the rest of the student population. This year,
SCHOLARSHIP? applications are up 29%.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and first-generation
Americans. Almost two-thirds are female. Some even get a jump on college by earning credits
while still in high school. WHEN, Chicago launched a partnership with the 15 area universities to
provide significant financial support for high-performing STAR Scholars. This will help them earn
a four-year degree at world-class institutions such as the University of Illinois at Chicago,
Northwestern and the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Under the Chicago and Tennessee model, a post high-school education is becoming as conventional
as K-12 learning. Enrollment in these programs is up year over year. Retention has increased too.
And it was done without raising taxes.
But getting people to college isn't enough. They need to learn real-world skills too. That's why we
are working with local employers-like Aon in Chicago and Bridgestone in Tennessee-to develop
community-college curricula that prepare students for good-paying jobs with their companies.
Firms from industries such as hospitality, health care, logistics and auto manufacturing have also
gotten involved.
Today, some 70% of four-year college grads nationwide have debt averaging about $30,000 per
student, according to SOURCE. Total college debt is well over a trillion dollars. That's a tough
way to begin life.
High college debts can cause young people to delay home purchases or starting small businesses. It
discourages some young people from even going to college at a time when two-thirds of new jobs
in the coming years will require some form of postsecondary education.
The data from Chicago and Tennessee bears this out: Thousands of students are taking advantage
of these programs. With the cost of attending college no longer an issue, they are achieving a better
retention rate than their peers.
We stand on opposite ends of the political spectrum. But this Republican and this Democrat
recognize the need to improve access to higher education. Reducing student debt and preparing
young people to compete in the global economy cuts across party lines. Whether in Nashville or on
Chicago's South Side, people want opportunities to succeed. It's a challenge that unites all
Americans and is too important to ignore.
Mr. Emanuel is the mayor of Chicago. Mr. Haslam is the governor of Tennessee.

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Thursday, July 28, 2016 4:56:11 PM
ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com>
Re: WSJ edits - please confirm ASAP

Just tried you


Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 28, 2016, at 12:39 PM, ONeal, Adam <adam oneal@wsj com> wrote:
Here's the finalized version. Please have a look and let me know if this is OK with you and Gov.
Haslam. Thanks,
Adam

At the state and local level, leaders of both political parties are pursuing solutions to one of
America's most pressing problems: the high cost of college. As the Republican governor of
Tennessee and the Democratic mayor of Chicago, we have both launched efforts to improve access
to community college and to increase educational attainment. The results of both programs provide
proof that it's possible to find solutions for the country's most pressing problems-even in this
fraught political era.
Two years ago Tennessee launched the nation's first statewide program to provide free access to
community and technical college. Tennessee Promise offers last-dollar scholarships and volunteer
mentors to high-school graduates, eliminating barriers to college access and success. The program
didn't require a tax increase, and an endowment funded by state-lottery revenue ensures its
financial sustainability.
In 2015, more than 16,000 students attended college on a Promise scholarship. Enrollment for firsttime freshmen at community colleges in Tennessee rose 25%, with Promise participants boasting
an 81 % retention rate. And for students who want to transfer to a four-year school after completing
two years of community college, the Transfer Pathways program ensures course-credit alignment.
This effectively cuts the cost ofa bachelor's degree in half.
Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community college free for
seniors graduating from public schools with a B average or better. More than 94% of participants
completed their first year, compared with only 61 % for the rest of the student population. This year,
STAR Scholarship applications are up 29%.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and first-generation
Americans. Almost two-thirds are female. Nearly half even get a jump on college by earning
credits while still in high school. Last year, Chicago launched a Star partnership with the 15 area
universities to provide significant financial support for high-performing STAR Scholars. This will
help them earn a four-year degree at world-class institutions such as the University of Illinois at
Chicago, Northwestern and the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Under the Chicago and Tennessee model, a post high-school education is becoming as conventional
as K-12 learning. Enrollment in these programs is up year over year. Retention has increased too.
And it was done without raising taxes.

But getting people to college isn't enough. They need to learn real-world skills too. That's why we
are working with local employers-like Aon in Chicago and Bridgestone in Tennessee-to develop
community-college curricula that prepare students for good-paying jobs with their companies.
Firms from industries such as hospitality, health care, logistics and auto manufacturing have also
gotten involved.
Today, some 70% of four-year college grads nationwide have debt averaging nearly $30,000 per
student, according to the Institute for College Access and Success. Total college debt is well over a
trillion dollars. That's a tough way to begin life.
High college debts can cause young people to delay home purchases or starting small businesses. It
discourages some young people from even going to college at a time when two-thirds of new jobs
in the coming years will require some form of postsecondary education.
The data from Chicago and Tennessee bears this out: Thousands of students are taking advantage
of these programs. With the cost of attending college no longer an issue, they are achieving a better
retention rate than their peers.
We stand on opposite ends of the political spectrum. But this Republican and this Democrat
recognize the need to improve access to higher education. Reducing student debt and preparing
young people to compete in the global economy cuts across party lines. Whether in Nashville or on
Chicago's South Side, people want opportunities to succeed. It's a challenge that unites all
Americans and it is too important to ignore.
Mr. Emanuel is the mayor of Chicago. Mr. Haslam is the governor of Tennessee.

2016-07-28 12:24 GMT-04:00 Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com>:


Can you send me your phone number or you can call.312 805 1160
Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 28, 2016, at 12:19 PM, ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com> wrote:
Hello,
I have edits for you on your piece for the Journal. We trimmed down and sanded to
fit our space constraints, and the fresh text is below.
We plan on running the piece onllne tonight, and In tomorrow's paper, so it's important to

finish this piece as soon as possible. Could you make changes and corrections In the text
below, In red or bold font? There are a few questions for you In all caps.

Ifl can be of any assistance to you, please don't hesitate to ask.


AdamO'Neal
Assistant op-ed editor
The Wall Street Journal

By Rahm Emanuel and Bill Haslam


At the state and local level, leaders of both political parties are pursuing solutions to
one of America's most pressing problems: the high cost of college. As the

Republican governor of Tennessee and the Democratic mayor of Chicago, we have


both launched efforts to improve access to community college and to increase
educational attainment. The results of both programs provide proof that it's possible
to find solutions for the country's most pressing problems-even in this fraught
political era.
Two years ago Tennessee launched the nation's first statewide program to provide
free access to community and technical college. Tennessee Promise offers last-dollar
scholarships and volunteer mentors to high-school graduates, eliminating barriers to
college access and success. The program didn't require a tax increase, and an
endowment funded by state-lottery revenue ensures its financial sustainability.
In 2015, more than 16,000 students attended college on a Promise scholarship.
Enrollment for first-time freshmen at community colleges in Tennessee rose 25%,
with Promise participants boasting an 81 % retention rate. And for students who want
to transfer to a four-year school after completing two years of community college,
the Transfer Pathways program ensures course-credit alignment. This effectively
cuts the cost of a bachelor's degree in half
Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community
college free for seniors graduating from public schools with a B average or better.
More than 94% of participants completed their first year, compared with only 61 %
for the rest of the student population. This year, SCHOLARSHIP? applications are
up29%.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and firstgeneration Americans. Almost two-thirds are female. Some even get a jump on
college by earning credits while still in high school. WHEN, Chicago launched a
partnership with the 15 area universities to provide significant financial support for
high-performing STAR Scholars. This will help them earn a four-year degree at
world-class institutions such as the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern
and the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Under the Chicago and Tennessee model, a post high-school education is becoming
as conventional as K-12 learning. Enrollment in these programs is up year over year.
Retention has increased too. And it was done without raising taxes.
But getting people to college isn't enough. They need to learn real-world skills too.
That's why we are working with local employers-like Aon in Chicago and
Bridgestone in Tennessee-to develop community-college curricula that prepare
students for good-paying jobs with their companies. Firms from industries such as
hospitality, health care, logistics and auto manufacturing have also gotten involved.
Today, some 70% of four-year college grads nationwide have debt averaging about
$30,000 per student, according to SOURCE. Total college debt is well over a trillion
dollars. That's a tough way to begin life.
High college debts can cause young people to delay home purchases or starting
small businesses. It discourages some young people from even going to college at a
time when two-thirds of new jobs in the coming years will require some form of
postsecondary education.
The data from Chicago and Tennessee bears this out: Thousands of students are
taking advantage of these programs. With the cost of attending college no longer an

issue, they are achieving a better retention rate than their peers.
We stand on opposite ends of the political spectrum. But this Republican and this
Democrat recognize the need to improve access to higher education. Reducing
student debt and preparing young people to compete in the global economy cuts
across party lines. Whether in Nashville or on Chicago's South Side, people want
opportunities to succeed. It's a challenge that unites all Americans and is too
important to ignore.
Mr. Emanuel is the mayor of Chicago. Mr. Haslam is the governor of Tennessee.

Sender:
Sent:
Recipient:
Subject:

ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com>


Thursday, July 28, 2016 5:00:20 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: WSJ edits - please confirm ASAP

Great, thanks. It should be up online around 7:30 tonight and in tomorrow's paper.
2016-07-28 12:58 GMT-04:00 Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >:
Yes. All good.
Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 28, 2016, at 12:58 PM, ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com <mailto:adam.oneal@wsj.com> > wrote:

Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community college free for seniors
graduating from public schools with a B average or better. Ninety-four percent of participants were retained
from their fall semester to the spring semester. This year, STAR Scholarship applications are up 29%.
2016-07-28 12:56 GMT-04:00 Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >:
Just tried you
Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 28, 2016, at 12:39 PM, ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com <mailto:adam.oneal@wsj.com> > wrote:

Here's the finalized version. Please have a look and Jet me know if this is OK with you and Gov. Haslam.
Thanks,
Adam

At the state and local level, leaders of both political parties are pursuing solutions to one of America's most
pressing problems: the high cost of college. As the Republican governor of Tennessee and the Democratic
mayor of Chicago, we have both launched efforts to improve access to community college and to increase
educational attainment. The results of both programs provide proof that it's possible to find solutions for the
country's most pressing problems-even in this fraught political era.
Two years ago Tennessee launched the nation's first statewide program to provide free access to community
and technical college. Tennessee Promise offers last-dollar scholarships and volunteer mentors to high-school
graduates, eliminating barriers to college access and success. The program didn't require a tax increase, and an
endowment funded by state-lottery revenue ensures its financial sustainability.

In 2015, more than 16,000 students attended college on a Promise scholarship. Enrollment for first-time
freshmen at community colleges in Tennessee rose 25%, with Promise participants boasting an 81 % retention
rate. And for students who want to transfer to a four-year school after completing two years of community
college, the Transfer Pathways program ensures course-credit alignment. This effectively cuts the cost of a

bachelor's degree in half.


Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community college free for seniors
graduating from public schools with a B average or better. More than 94% of participants completed their first
year, compared with only 61% for the rest of the student population. This year, STAR Scholarship applications
are up 29%.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and first-generation Americans. Almost
two-thirds are female. Nearly half even get a jump on college by earning credits while still in high school. Last
year, Chicago launched a Star partnership with the 15 area universities to provide significant financial support
for high-performing STAR Scholars. This will help them earn a four-year degree at world-class institutions such
as the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern and the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Under the Chicago and Tennessee model, a post high-school education is becoming as conventional as K-12
learning. Enrollment in these programs is up year over year. Retention has increased too. And it was done
without raising taxes.
But getting people to college isn't enough. They need to learn real-world skills too. That's why we are working
with local employers-like Aon in Chicago and Bridgestone in Tennessee-to develop community-college
curricula that prepare students for good-paying jobs with their companies. Firms from industries such as
hospitality, health care, logistics and auto manufacturing have also gotten involved.
Today, some 70% of four-year college grads nationwide have debt averaging nearly $30,000 per student,
according to the Institute for College Access and Success <http://ticas.org/posd/map-state-data-2015> . Total
college debt is well over a trillion dollars. That's a tough way to begin life.
High college debts can cause young people to delay home purchases or starting small businesses. It discourages
some young people from even going to college at a time when two-thirds of new jobs in the coming years will
require some form of postsecondary education.
The data from Chicago and Tennessee bears this out: Thousands of students are taking advantage of these
programs. With the cost of attending college no longer an issue, they are achieving a better retention rate than
their peers.
We stand on opposite ends of the political spectrum. But this Republican and this Democrat recognize the need
to improve access to higher education. Reducing student debt and preparing young people to compete in the
global economy cuts across party lines. Whether in Nashville or on Chicago's South Side, people want
opportunities to succeed. It's a challenge that unites all Americans and it is too important to ignore.

Mr. Emanuel is the mayor of Chicago. Mr. Haslam is the governor of Tennessee.
2016-07-28 12:24 GMT-04:00 Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >:
Can you send me your phone number or you can call. 312 805 1!60 <tel:312%20805%201160>
Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 28, 2016, at 12: 19 PM, ONeal, Adam <adam.oneal@wsj.com <mailto:adam.oneal@wsj .com>> wrote:

Hello,

I have edits for you on your piece for the Journal. We trimmed down and sanded to fit our space constraints,
and the fresh text is below.
We plan on running the piece online tonight, and in tomorrow's paper, so it's important to finish this piece as
soon as possible. Could you make changes and corrections in the text below, in red or bold font? There are a
few questions for you in all caps.

If I can be of any assistance to you, please don't hesitate to ask.

AdamO'Neal
Assistant op-ed editor
The Wall Street Journal

By Rahm Emanuel ahd Bill Haslam


At the state and local level, leaders of both political parties are pursuing solutions to one of America's most
pressing problems: the high cost of college. As the Republican governor of Tennessee and the Democratic
mayor of Chicago, we have both launched efforts to improve access to community college and to increase
educational attainment. The results of both programs provide proof that it's possible to find solutions for the
country's most pressing problems-even in this fraught political era.
Two years ago Tennessee launched the nation's first statewide program to provide free access to community
and technical college. Tennessee Promise offers last-dollar scholarships and volunteer mentors to high-school
graduates, eliminating barriers to college access and success. The program didn't require a tax increase, and an
endowment funded by state-lottery revenue ensures its financial sustainability.
In 2015, more than 16,000 students attended college on a Promise scholarship. Enrollment for first-time

freshmen at community colleges in Tennessee rose 25%, with Promise participants boasting an 81% retention
rate. And for students who want to transfer to a four-year school after completing two years of community
college, the Transfer Pathways program ensures course-credit alignment. This effectively cuts the cost of a
bachelor's degree in half.
Meantime, Chicago launched the STAR Scholarship, which makes community college free for seniors
graduating from public schools with a B average or better. More than 94% of participants completed their first
year, compared with only 61 % for the rest of the student population. This year, SCHOLARSHIP? applications
are up 29%.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and first-generation Americans. Almost
two-thirds are female. Some even get a jump on college by earning credits while still in high school. WHEN,
Chicago launched a partnership with the 15 area universities to provide significant financial support for highperforming STAR Scholars. This will help them earn a four-year degree at world-class institutions such as the
University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern and the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Under the Chicago and Tennessee model, a post high-school education is becoming as conventional as K-12
learning. Enrollment in these programs is up year over year. Retention has increased too. And it was done
without raising taxes.
But getting people to college isn't enough. They need to learn real-world skills too. That's why we are working
with local employers-like Aon in Chicago and Bridgestone in Tennessee-to develop community-college
curricula that prepare students for good-paying jobs with their companies. Firms from industries such as

hospitality, health care, logistics and auto manufacturing have also gotten involved.
Today, some 70% of four-year college grads nationwide have debt averaging about $30,000 per student,
according to SOURCE. Total college debt is well over a trillion dollars. That's a tough way to begin life.
High college debts can cause young people to delay home purchases or starting small businesses. It discourages

some young people from even going to college at a time when two-thirds of new jobs in the coming years will
require some form of postsecondary education.
The data from Chicago and Tennessee bears this out: Thousands of students are taking advantage of these
programs. With the cost of attending college no longer an issue, they are achieving a better retention rate than
their peers.
We stand on opposite ends of the political spectrum. But this Republican and this Democrat recognize the need
to improve access to higher education. Reducing student debt and preparing young people to compete in the
global economy cuts across party lines. Whether in Nashville or on Chicago's South Side, people want
opportunities to succeed. It's a challenge that unites all Americans and is too important to ignore.

Mr. Emanuel is the mayor of Chicago. Mr. Haslam is the governor of Tennessee.

Sender:
Sent:
Recipient:

Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>


Friday, August 5, 2016 1:41:51 PM
jeff.malehorn

Did you send to the board and members the data on number one city for
direct foreign investment ? And also the other data June tourism
numbers?
Sent from my iPhone

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Adam Collins <


>
Friday, August 5, 2016 11 :36:48 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Kills Unarmed Teenager
Situational Awareness Alert - Update (l).doc;Situational Awareness Alert (2).pdf

CNN is wrong. The information they have came from the Major Cities' Chiefs organization in a memo dated
August 4 (attached and on the organization's letterhead). When CPD saw this memo they called the person who
sent it out and told him it was wrong and not consistent with what CPD was expecting or articulating. The same
organization then sent out a revised memo (also attached and on their letterhead) today saying CPD expects no
problems but will continue to monitor for public safety.
Either way, neither memo came from CPD.
I'm happy to talk to anyone at CNN who has questions, as is CPD.
On Fri, Aug 5, 2016 at 6: 19 PM, Adam Collins
<mailto
> > wrote:
Absolutely. I'm on top of it
On Fri, Aug 5, 2016 at 6:18 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> > wrote:
Run this down immediately
Sent from my iPhone
On Aug 5, 2016, at 7: 14 PM, Adam Collins <
<mailto
> > wrote:

I do not believe this is from CPD. This sounds like the original communication sent from the Philly PD guy on
the letterhead of the Major Cities' Chiefs organization. I'm getting both the original and corrected versions of
that document ASAP. I will review and make sure I'm right, and will send them to you.
On Fri, Aug 5, 2016 at 6:08 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail .com> > wrote:
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:

From: "Moseley, Virginia" <Virginia.Moseley@tumer.com <mailto:Virginia.Moseley@tumer.com> >


Date: August 5, 2016 at 7:08:11 PM EDT
To: "mayor_re@rahmemail.com <mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> "<mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> >, "
<mailto:
<mailto:
>
Subject: Fwd: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Kills Unarmed Teenager

Subject: Re: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Kills Unarmed Teenager

This email went out as well to law enforcement


Subject:Chicago Police Shooting Release
Friday, Subject: August 5, 2016, the Chicago PD will release video footage of a recent officer involved shooting
which was determined to violate their Department policy. The footage will show an unarmed, AfricanAmerican male who had engaged police with only his vehicle, and was shot in the back at some point during the
encounter. The subject's wounds were fatal. Chicago PD anticipates civil unrest.

FYI--

Chicago police held a nationwide conference call and bulletin was issued warning of potential violence against
police officers as a result of the video being released Friday.

The bulletin said officers violated policy and warned that as a result there's potential for violence against police
officers.

Adam Collins
608
<tel:608

>

Adam Collins
608<tel:608

>

Adam Collins
608

MAJOR CITIES CHIEFS ASSOCIATION


MAJOR COUNTY Sheriffs' Association

INTELLIGENCE COMMANDERS

August 5, 2016
MCCA I MCSA Intelligence Commanders Group Members:

The following information is being shared for your situational awareness.


The Chicago Police Department has reported that on Friday, August 5, 2016, they will release
video footage of a recent officer involved shooting. The Chicago PD does not anticipate any
problems. However, they will continue to monitor for public safety.

Thank you.
Walt
Inspector Walt Smith
Philadelphia Police Department
Strategic Intelligence and Information Sharing Division
Executive Director, Delaware Valley Intelligence Center
Chair, Major Cities Chiefs Association Intelligence Commanders Group
20 South Business Center
th
2800 South 20 Street
Philadelphia Pa 19145
Phone (215) 439-0654
walter.e.srnith@phila.gov

MAJOR CITIES CHIEFS ASSOCIATION


MAJOR COUNTY Sheriffs' Association
INTELLIGENCE COMMANDERS

August 4, 2016
MCCA I MCSA Intelligence Commanders Group Members:

The following information is being shared for your situational awareness.


Today, the National Fusion Center Association (NFCA) held an emergency call with the
Network of Fusion Centers Directors and select federal partners. The call focused on two
Officer Safety concerns: City of Chicago and Ferguson MO.
Chicago PD Deputy Chief Steve Caluris informed the group that tomorrow, Friday, August 5,
2016, the Chicago PD will release video footage of a recent officer involved shooting which was
determined to violate their Department policy. The footage will show an unarmed, AfricanAmerican male who had engaged police with only his vehicle, and was shot in the back at some
point during the encounter. The subject's wounds were fatal. Chicago PD anticipates civil unrest.
The second discussion point, centered on the upcoming anniversary (Aug 9, 2014) of the police
involved shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson MO. St. Louis FC Director Bill Roach
provided an update as to their Officer Safety concerns and the potential for the pending Chicago
PD' s release to incite violence.
All fusion centers will be leveraging the HSIN National Situational Awareness Room in the
coming days to share real time information, should any incidents arise.
Thank you.
Walt
Inspector Walt Smith
Philadelphia Police Department
Strategic Intelligence and Information Sharing Division
Executive Director, Delaware Valley Intelligence Center
Chair, Major Cities Chiefs Association Intelligence Commanders Group
20 South Business Center
2800 South 20th Street
Philadelphia Pa 19145
Phone (215) 439-0654
walter.e.smith@phila.gov

Sender:
Sent:

Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemait.com>


Saturday, Augu.,t 6, 201612:26:03 AM
Recipient:
virgirui..moselcy <virgina.mosclcy@cnn.com>
Subject:
Fwd: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Killll Unanned Teenager
Attachments: Message Tcxt;Situational Awareness Alert~ Update (l).doc

Sent from my iPhone


Begin forwarded message:
From: Adam Collins
To: Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail com>
Subject: Re: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and KIiis Unarmed Teenager

CNN is wrong. The infonnation they have came from the Major Cities' Chiefs organiiation in a memo dated August 4 {attached and on the organization's lcttcrliead),
When CPD saw this memo they called the person who sent ii out and told him it was wrong and not consistent with what CPD was expecting or articulating, The same
organization then ac:nt out a revised memo (also altachcd and on their letterhead) today saying CPD ex peels no problems but will continue to monitor for public safety.
Either way, neither memo came from CPD.
rm happy to talk to anyone at CNN who has qucations, aa is CPD.
On Fri, Aug S, 2016 nt 6:19 PM, Adam Collins <
: Absolutely. I'm on lopofit

wrote:

On Fri, Aug S, 2016 at 6:18 PM, Ralun Emanuel <mayor rc@rajunemall.com> wrote:
Rwi this down immediately

Sent from my iPhone


On Aug S, 2016, at 7:14 PM, Adam Collins

<

> wrote:

I do not bcli~e this is from CPD. This sounds like the original communication sent from the Philly PD guy on the letterhead of the Major Cities' Chiefi
organi:zation. rm getting both the original and corrected vmiom of that document ASAP. I will review and make sure I'm right, and will acnd tbem to

yoc

On Fri, Aug S, 2016 at 6:08 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor rcia'lrahmrmail.eom> wrote:

Sent from my iPhonc


Begin forwarded me1sage:
From: KMosclcy, VirginiaK <Virgiaja.Mgscjey@tumer.com>
Date: August S, 2016 at7:08:ll PM EDT
To: Kmavor rc@raluncmai! comK <mayor rc@rahmcmai].com>,
Subject: Fwd: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Kills Unarmed Teenager

"

Subject: Re: PHOTO: Chicago Police Shoot and Kills Unarmed Teenager
This emaH went out as well to law enfortement

Subject:Chlca10 Police Shootln1 Releese


Friday, Subj~: August S, 2016, the Chicago PD will release video footage of a recent officer involved
shooting which was determined to violate their Dcpanmcnt policy. The footage will show an unarmed,
Africnn-American male who had engaged police with only his vehicle, and was shot in the back at some
point during the encounter. The subject's wounds were fatal. Chicago PD anticipates civil unrest

FYI-

Chicago police held a nationwide conference call and bulletin was issued warning of potential violence against
police officers as a result of the video being released Friday.

The bulletin said offi~ violated policy and warned that as a result there's potential forviolcncc against police
officcni,

Adam Collin,

Adam Collins

Adam Collins

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Sent:
Recipient:
Subject:
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Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>


Saturday, August 6, 2016 1:59:12 AM
Marty Nesbit <mnesbitt@theparkingspot.com>
Fwd:Memo
Message Text;Documentl4.docx

Golf memo for PotusA


Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: Lindy McGuire <
Date: August 5, 2016 at 6:52:23 PM EDT
To: m\l.yor re..@Lahmemail.com
Subject: Fwd: Memo

Sent from my iPhone


Begin forwarded message:
From: Lindy McGuire <
Date: August 5, 2016 at 5:32:07 PM CDT
To: mayor re@rahmmail.com
Subject: Memo

Please see attached.A


Thank you.A
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:

DRAFr AND CONFIDENTIAL

To:

Rahm Emanuel
Mayor

From:

Michael P. Kelly
General Superintendent and CEO

Date:

August 3, 2016

RE:

Chicago Golf

We have an opportunity to transform Jackson Park golf course (1899) and South Shore golf course
(1907) into the strongest urban golf site the PGA tour has seen in 25 years, but only if the Obama
Foundation and the community strongly encourage us to reinvest in our two historic golf courses. Note
we must combine the two courses (27 holes) Into one course (18 holes) and vacate Marquette road
which currently splits Jackson Park GC.
This reasonable investment will create numerous jobs, stimulate the local economy and restore these
historic community assets for future generations. Furthermore, this process will rejuvenate our Chicago
Golf brand at all of our facilities. As you know, the Chicago Park District owns six golf course (South
Shore, Jackson Park, Marquette, Columbus, Black, and Marovitz), three driving ranges (Jackson Park,
Marquette and Diversey) and a soon to be redesigned practice area at Douglas.
In order to recognize this vision, we partnered with Mark Rolfing to be our Golf Facilities and Industry
Advisor. Mark is a passionate leader and talent in golf. A native Chicagoan, Mark also happens to have
unique relationships with PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, local business leaders and countless
golf celebrities. Collectively, we developed the following strategies:
Closely coordinate with the Obama Foundation.
As of today, both Mark Rolfing and I have spoken with Marty Nesbitt. Marty proposes a
meeting for next week which may include a site visit from Tiger Woods. We think a meeting
with the foundation is an excellent Idea, but we are concerned about media exposure if Tiger is
seen on Chicago's south side. Nevertheless, we defer to Marty on this matter and he has our
support.
Two weeks ago Mark and I met with another golf course designer Ben Crenshaw. Crenshaw's
firm typically embraces a prairie style course that is sustainable and budget friendly.
Additionally, Mark Rolfing and Ben Crenshaw have worked on other projects together. Mr.
Crenshaw has NOT signed on to the project at this point.

In any event, whoever redesigns South Shore and Jackson Park, needs to be someone that can
work within budget, maintain an excellent relationship with the community, and deliver a
course that guarantees a PGA tour event in summer, 2021 and beyond.
Community Support

It is critical for YOU that this project has the support of the Obama Foundation and the
surrounding community. Furthermore, the community should initiate the request to improve
the golf courses. As you know, it is very common for Chicagoans to request significant capital
improvements to its Park facilities. This project is no different. Still, we must be very cautious
as this community typically weighs in loudly on any capital project that makes change. Consider,
the decade-old promontory point revetment project and the 63"' street beach Improvements.
Or the more recent opposition to the Phoenix Pavilion and the Yoko Ono sculpture installation.
Additionally, the community already wants to know where we will relocate the track and field.
Thus, it is critical that the community request a significant investment in Jackson Park golf
course and South Shore golf course. And that this investment will greatly benefit the greater
Jackson Park community.
Construction Tlmeline

In order to host a 2021 PGA Tour event we need to follow an aggressive timeline.
Starting next year 2017 we recommend redeveloping three golf holes to the south of the South
Shore Cultural Center. This will preview the course restoration and invite wonderful images to
be shown during the BMW Championship hosted in Lake Forest in September, 2017.
In 2018, finish the South Shore holes.
2019-2020 begin the redevelopment process of Jackson Park golf course starting on the far-east

side.
Finally, we open the course in 2021 for public play and a professional tournament.
Some final thoughts. This golf course will be great for kids because it will create the nation's premier
First Tee facility as well as create a vibrant caddie program that will result in good paying jobs and
college scholarships.
This park land should be cutting edge in environmental technology making it a model for low water
usage and native plantings that require little or no mowing.
This park land should continue to be a wildlife sanctuary as both Jackson and South Shore present
stopover sites for migratory birds. Note migratory bird paths in the Great Lakes are of interest to the
Army Corps of Engineers. I met with the Army Corps yesterday and they are interested in helping us
create habitat along the lakefront from La Rabida to 71st Street.

Federal transportation dollars could help us with a long standing pinch point at South Shore drive and
67 th Street. This pinch point is also critical to connecting the two courses.
Last, I believe a prairie style design will create a significant amount of natural area acreage which in turn
will bolster your Building on Burnham commitment of 2020 by 2020.
These are my thoughts and I look forward to continuing this discussion at your earliest convenience.

Sender:
Sent:
Recipient:
Subject:

Martin Nesbitt <mnesbitt@vistria.com>


Saturday, August 6, 2016 3:20:00 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re:

I did not get it.


Sent from my iPhone
> On Aug 6, 2016, at 10:20 AM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com> wrote:
>

> You have the golf memo?


> Sent from my iPhone

Sender:
Sent:
Recipient:
Subject:
Attachments:

Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>


Saturday, August 6, 2016 8:24:55 PM
Martin (Marty) H. Nesbitt <mnesbitt@vistria.com>
Fwd:Memo
Message Text;Documentl4.docx

Here
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: Lindy McGuire
Date: August 5, 2016 at 6:52:23 PM EDT
To: ma_yor~rahmemail.com
Subject: Fwd: Memo

Sent from my iPhone


Begin forwarded message:
From: Lindy McGuire
Date: August 5, 2016 at 5:32:07 PM CDT
To: mayor re@rahmmail.com
Subject: Memo

Please see attached.A


Thank you.A
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:

DRAFT AND CONFIDENTIAL

To:

Rahm Emanuel
Mayor

From:

Michael P. Kelly
General Superintendent and CEO

Date:

August 3, 2016

RE:

Chicago Golf

We have an opportunity to transform Jackson Park golf course (1899) and South Shore golf course
(1907) into the strongest urban golf site the PGA tour has seen in 25 years, but only if the Obama
Foundation and the community strongly encourage us to reinvest in our two historic golf courses. Note
we must combine the two courses (27 holes) into one course (18 holes} and vacate Marquette road
which currently splits Jackson Park GC.
This reasonable investment will create numerous jobs, stimulate the local economy and restore these
historic community assets for future generations. Furthermore, this process will rejuvenate our Chicago
Golf brand at all of our facilities. As you know, the Chicago Park District owns six golf course (South
Shore, Jackson Park, Marquette, Columbus, Black, and Marovitz), three driving ranges (Jackson Park,
Marquette and Diversey) and a soon to be redesigned practice area at Douglas.
In order to recognize this vision, we partnered with Mark Rolfing to be our Golf Facilities and Industry
Advisor. Mark is a passionate leader and talent in golf. A native Chicagoan, Mark also happens to have
unique relationships with PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, local business leaders and countless
golf celebrities. Collectively, we developed the following strategies:
Closely coordinate with the Obama Foundation.
As of today, both Mark Rolfing and I have spoken with Marty Nesbitt. Marty proposes a
meeting for next week which may include a site visit from Tiger Woods. We think a meeting
with the foundation is an excellent idea, but we are concerned about media exposure ifTiger is
seen on Chicago's south side. Nevertheless, we defer to Marty on this matter and he has our
support.
Two weeks ago Mark and I met with another golf course designer Ben Crenshaw. Crenshaw's
firm typically embraces a prairie style course that is sustainable and budget friendly.
Additionally, Mark Rolfing and Ben Crenshaw have worked on other projects together. Mr.
Crenshaw has NOT signed on to the project at this point.

In any event, whoever redesigns South Shore and Jackson Park, needs to be someone that can
work within budget, maintain an excellent relationship with the community, and deliver a
course that guarantees a PGA tour event in summer, 2021 and beyond.
Community Support

It is critical for YOU that this project has the support of the Obama Foundation and the
surrounding community. Furthermore, the community should initiate the request to improve
the golf courses. As you know, it is very common for Chicagoans to request significant capital
improvements to its Park facilities. This project is no different. Still, we must be very cautious
as this community typically weighs in loudly on any capital project that makes change. Consider,
the decade-old promontory point revetment project and the 63"' street beach improvements.
Or the more recent opposition to the Phoenix Pavilion and the Yoko Ono sculpture installation.
Additionally, the community already wants to know where we will relocate the track and field.
Thus, it is critical that the community request a significant investment in Jackson Park golf
course and South Shore golf course. And that this investment will greatly benefit the greater
Jackson Park community.
Construction Timellne

In order to host a 2021 PGA Tour event we need to follow an aggressive timeline.
Starting next year 2017 we recommend redeveloping three golf holes to the south of the South
Shore Cultural Center. This will preview the course restoration and invite wonderful images to
be shown during the BMW Championship hosted in Lake Forest in September, 2017.
In 2018, finish the South Shore holes.
2019-2020 begin the redevelopment process of Jackson Park golf course starting on the far-east
side.

Finally, we open the course in 2021 for public play and a professional tournament.
Some final thoughts. This golf course will be great for kids because it will create the nation's premier
First Tee facility as well as create a vibrant caddie program that will result in good paying jobs and
college scholarships.
This park land should be cutting edge in environmental technology making it a model for low water
usage and native plantings that require little or no mowing.
This park land should continue to be a wildlife sanctuary as both Jackson and South Shore present
stopover sites for migratory birds. Note migratory bird paths in the Great Lakes are of interest to the
Army Corps of Engineers. I met with the Army Corps yesterday and they are interested in helping us
create habitat along the lakefront from La Rabida to 71tt Street.

Federal transportation dollars could help us with a long standing pinch point at South Shore drive and
th
67 Street This pinch point is also critical to connecting the two courses.
Last, I believe a prairie style design will create a significant amount of natural area acreage which in turn
will bolster your Building on Burnham commitment of 2020 by 2020.
These are my thoughts and I look forward to continuing this discussion at your earliest convenience.

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Attached and updated. Changed the graduation chart to call out the increase since 2011 more.

Five Years of Growth: CPS Academic Gains Since 2011

Since 2011 the students of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have outpaced the academjc growth of
their national and state peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs for average
ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. and graduation rate. These improvements set
Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the hard work of our students,
parents, principals, and teachers. These gains would also not have been possible without critical
reforms and investments made by the Emanuel Administration.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4th grade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015. Since
2003, Chicago has the second best growth in the nation among urban districts for both 4th grade
and 8th grade reading.

Math Results
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003. The state of Illinois as a whole, by comparison, showed growth of 5 scale-score points
since 2003.
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 4 points
in fourth-grade math since 2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011-15. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 5 points
since 2003.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003. The state as a whole, by
comparison, showed a growth of 1 point since 2003.

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While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades. according to the
University of Chicago. the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010.1 The
chart above shows that the graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since
2011 the CPS graduation rate has climbed by 13 points.2 By comparison. since 2011 the national 4year high school graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends
continue, the 2015-16 graduation rate wil) reach the )ow 70s, meaning the graduation rate wiH have
increased by more than one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:
Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, with an increase of 0.9 scale score points since 2010. This year's
18.2 composite is the highest measure on record at CPS. After 5 years of relatively flat scores prior
to 2011. ACT scores have climbed significantly to reach this new high.

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2 In 2015 CPS adjusted its methodology for calculating its five-year graduation rate to more accurately
account for transfers out of the district Upon making this change, CPS recalculated its graduation rates from
2011-15. More information is available here:
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Co/{gge Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.'

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1. 7 percentage points.

Key Reforms Since 2011:


Contract Reforms: The Emanuel Administration successfully fought for a teacher's contract that
included important reforms that provided students with additional instructional time while laying
the foundation for improvements in the CPS teacher pool. These important wins came at the price
of a teacher's strike - the final issue in contention being principal hiring authority.

Implementing a Full School Day. With the full school day and year, a student entering
kindergarten now receives nearly 2.5 additional years of instructional time by the time
they graduate high school.

University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, Educational Attainment of Chicago Public Schools
Students; 2015: A Focus on Four-Year College Degrees Uune 2016),
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Elementary students gained 75 minutes to create a 7 hour day

High school students gained 30 minutes to create a 7 hour 15 minute day

Students gained 10 instructional days

Preserved Principal Hirin9 Authority. One of the final issues under dispute in the 2012
contract agreement with the teachers was the ability of principals to truly run their
schools. Ultimately, the contract retained full authority for principals to hire teachers.

Makino Academic Growth a Part of Teacher Evaluations. Under the 2012 contract
agreement, CPS now considers how their teachers contribute to student success and for
the first time ever, student academic growth accounts for 35% of a teacher's evaluation.
Overall, CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union modernized teacher evaluations for the
first time in 45 years, using a common language to define high-quality teaching. It also
supports ongoing conversations between teachers and school leaders to encourage real
professional development and growth.

School consolidation: In 2013, CPS had more than 500,000 seats for roughly 400,000 students. Half
of CPS schools were underutilized, and nearly 140 were more than half-empty. The Administration
launched the Commission on School Utilization that ran a comprehensive and coordinated
engagement process that took place over seven months and allowed more than 34,000 members of
the school community to provide feedback. Based on these recommendations, the Chicago School
Board ofEducation approved a proposal to close 49 underutilized elementary schools and one high
school program, and co-locate eleven other schools.
These consolidations offered students opportunities to enroll in higher performing schools and will
save the District about $41 million in annual operating expenses. Despite predictions that students
would suffer academically or, worse, be at higher risk of becoming victims of crime, the results
show that students ended up safely in better schools. Based on CPS data and an independent
review by the University of Chicago:
o

94% of Students Reenrolled in CPS Schools- a percentage that is comparable to previous

years
o 93% of these students attended higher-rated schools after consolidation
o These students had higher grades and attendance at their new schools
Misconduct among students from closed schools who transferred to new schools fell by
12.9%
There have been no reported instances of violent crime on any Safe Passage routes during
operating hours

Critical Investments Since 2011,


CPS and the City have made strategic investments from pre-kindergarten through high school to
improve the quality of education for Chicago children. These investments include:

Establishing Universal Full-Day Kindergarten: In 2011, just more than half of CPS
kindergarteners received a full day of school. In 2013, the Emanuel Administration

University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, School Closings in Chicago Oanuary 2015),
hnps://consortium.uchicago.edu/sites/default/fiJes/pubJications/SchooJ%20CJosings%20Reportpdf.

implemented full-day kindergarten for all of CPS.

Ex,panded Early Childhood Education: Since 2011 CPS and the City have increased the
number of full-day prekindergarten slots by more than 50 percent - from 10,600 to more
than 16,000. In the last year alone, the administration has added over 2,400 full-day slots.
Full-day pre-K has proven to have a significant impact on kindergarten readiness. A CPS
analysis showed that in the 2014-15 academic year, children with full-day pre-k arrived to a
kindergarten classroom twice as likely to have a kindergarten ready reading level as those
who had either a half-day pre-K experience or no pre-Kat all. This mirrors national
research.

Expanded International Baccalaureate schools: Since 2011 CPS has expanded this proven
program by 51 %, going from 33 schools in 2011 to 50 in 2016, Chicago now has the largest
lB network in the country. Students participating in lB coursework graduate at a higher
rate than the district average, and enroll in 4- and 2-year colleges at a rate of 81.6 percent,
more than 20 percentage points higher than the rate for the district.

Expanded STEM schools: Since 2011, the Chicago Public Schools have grown the number of
STEM focused schools from 3 schools to 22 schools. The Mayor created the 5 Early College
STEM High Schools, focused on honing students' skills in science, technology, engineering,
and math to prepare students for success in college and in life. Students attending these 5
STEM high schools receive free tuition to City Colleges upon graduation.

Growing Opportunities to Earn College Credit in High School. Over 8,000 students (36% of
graduates) earned at least one Early College course credit or Career credential prior to high
school graduation. A key component of this accomplishment is the significant expansion of
a partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago to allow CPS students to access dual credit
opportunities at their schools and dual enrollment opportunities at nearby City Colleges.
The program has grown from nearly 600 students in 2011 to more than 4,200 in 2016.
Mayor Emanuel has set a goal to increase the share of CPS high school graduates obtaining a
college or career credential to 50% by 2019.

Investing in Turning Around Failing Schools: Since taking office, Mayor Emanuel has worked
to turn around failing schools with the help of the Academy of Urban School Leadership
(AUSL). AUSL manages 32 schools, 14 of which were added since 2011. In the last year
alone, the number of AUSL schools that receive the highest quality rating (Level 1 or 1 +) has
nearly tripled from 4 to 11. Overall, 41 % of AUSL schools improved their quality rating
from the 2013-14 school year to the 2014-15 school year compared to 30% of the rest of
the school district, making AUSL an important contributor to the improvement of CPS
schools.

Transformed Libraries into Centers o[Year-round Learning: Over the past four years, the
Mayor invested in turning Chicago libraries into centers oflearning by providing 24/7

homework help in English and Spanish, expanding learning opportunities in digital media
and 3D printing, and launching initiatives likes Rahm's Readers to encourage youth to read.
First launched in 2011, Rahm's Readers has grown from 56,000 children ages 0-13 in its
first year to roughly 100,000 this previous year. Participants read at least 20 minutes per
day during out of school time and participate in STEM activities to prevent the "summer
slide" phenomenon, where children can Jose up to three months of math and science
learning during summer months if they do not remain engaged in learning. According to a
study by Chapin Hall, children participating in the Rahm's Readers Summer Learning
Challenge demonstrated 15 percent greater reading gains and 20 percent great math gains
over and above their peers who did not participate in the program.

Investing in Military and ROTC Programs:

CPS has the largest number of military schools


and Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs in the country, serving roughly 10,000
students in the 2015-16 school year. Students at these schools graduate at a rate of more
than 80 percent and the most recently available data show students received an average
ACT score of 18.6.

Launched Summer qfLearning. In 2013, Chicago launched the world's first citywide digital
badging system to recognize out-of-school student learning. As Chicago City of Learning
(CCOL) enters its 4th summer, over 160 organizations will be involved in creating learning
based opportunities that are relevant to students. This summer, the program will be
segmented into K-8 badging and workforce badging run by a new organization that received
$25 million dollars from the McArthur Foundation. There are already over 71,000 young
people with active accounts and the goal for the end of this summer is to engage 100,000
students.

Established the STAR Scholarship:

In its inaugural year, the Chicago Star Scholarship has


enabled over 1,000 CPS graduates to pursue their degree from City Colleges free-of-charge.
The creation of the Chicago Star Partnership ensures Star Scholars will have further
opportunities to pursue a four-year degree at a significantly reduced cost after successfully
completing an associate degree at one of the City Colleges of Chicago. The program includes
15 university partners that have committed to creating an opportunity that will allow Star
Scholars to continue their college education following a successful completion at CCC. These
packages range in monetary value between $2,500 and nearly $50,000 each year.

Modernizing the Evaluation of Principals:

In 2013, CPS revamped the principal evaluation


system to comprehensively address principal quality by using national benchmarks in how
principal success is measured and matching accountability for student growth and
achievement.

Investing in Training Principals:

In 2011 Mayor Emanuel partnered with ten universities


and training organizations to launch the Chicago Leadership Collaborative (CLC). with a
goal of creating a pipeline of highly qualified leaders. Since inception, more than 200 have

participated in the program with 70% pursuing a leadership position at CPS.

Rewarding Successful Principals: In 2015, CPS launched the Independent School Principals
program to empower top principals by providing them with the autonomy to operate their
schools with reduced oversight from Central Office and the flexibility to innovate in their
schools. The program originally launched with 27 principals and earlier this year CPS
doubled the size of the program to include a total of 54 principals.

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Attached and updated.A Changed the graduation chart to call out the increase since 2011 more.

Five Years of Growth: CPS Academic Gains Since 2011

Since 2011 the students of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have outpaced the academic growth of
their national and state peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs for average
ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. and graduation rate. These improvements set
Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the hard work of our students,
parents. principals, and teachers. These gains would also not have been possible without critical
reforms and investments made by the Emanuel Administration.

Reading and Math;


According to NAEP, "the Nation"s Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact.
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015. Since
2003. Chicago has the second best growth in the nation among urban districts for both 4th grade
and 8th grade reading.

Math Results
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math. registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003. The state of Illinois as a whole, by comparison. showed growth of 5 scale-score points
since 2003.
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-po!nt growth in math with
another 1point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 4 points
in fourth-grade math since 2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 15. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 5 points
since 2003.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003. The state as a whole, by
comparison, showed a growth of 1 point since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class of20151:


Today, CPS students are making record gains, and literally breaking records with high school
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18.2 composite is the highest measure on record at CPS. After 5 years of relatively fiat scores prior
to 2011. ACT scores have climbed significantly to reach this new high.

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District Change Qune 2016),

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'In 2015 CPS adjusted its methodology for calculating its five-year graduation rate to more accurately
account for transfers out of the district Upon making this change, CPS recalculated its graduation rates from
2011-15. More information is available here:

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While graduatjon rates have grown over the course of the past two decades. according to the
University ofChicaeo. the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. 1 The
chart above shows that the graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011: since
2011 the CPS graduation rate has climbed by 13 points.' By comparison. since 2011 the national 4year hii:h school graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends
continue. the 2015-16 graduation rate will reach the )ow 70s, meaning the graduation rate wil) have
increased by more than one-fourth since 2011.

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College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four ..year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.'

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Key Reforms Since 2011:


Contract R~forms: The Emanuel Administration successfully fought for a teacher's contract that
included important reforms that provided students with additional instructional time while laying
the foundation for improvements in the CPS teacher pool. These important wins came at the price
of a teacher's strike - the final issue in contention being principal hiring authority.

Implementing a Full School Day. With the full school day and year, a student entering
kindergarten now receives nearly 2.5 additional years of instructional time by the time
they graduate high school.

' University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, Educational Attainment of Chicago Public Schools
Students; 2015: A Focus on Four-Year College Degrees Uune 2016),

htt;ps: I /consortium.uchjcago.edu /sites /defauJt/fi)es /publications /EducationaI%2DAttainment%20of%20Cbi


cago . Jun2016-Consortium.pdf.
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Elementary students gained 75 minutes to create a 7 hour day

High school students gained 30 minutes to create a 7 hour 15 minute day

Students gained 10 instructional days

Preserved Principal Hiring Authorit;y. One of the final issues under dispute in the 2012
contract agreement with the teachers was the ability of principals to truly run their
schools. Ultimately, the contract retained full authority for principals to hire teachers.

Making Academic Growth a Part of Teacher Evaluations. Under the 2012 contract
agreement, CPS now considers how their teachers contribute to student success and for
the first time ever, student academic growth accounts for 35% of a teacher's evaluation.
Overall, CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union modernized teacher evaluations for the
first time in 45 years, using a common language to define high-quality teaching. It also
supports ongoing conversations between teachers and school leaders to encourage real
professional development and growth.

Schoo/ consolidation: In 2013, CPS had more than 500,000 seats for roughly 400,000 students. Half
of CPS schools were underutillzed, and nearly 140 were more than half-empty. The Administration
launched the Commission on School Utilization that ran a comprehensive and coordinated
engagement process that took place over seven months and allowed more than 34,000 members of
the school community to provide feedback. Based on these recommendations, the Chicago School
Board of Education approved a proposal to close 49 underutilized elementary schools and one high
school program, and co-locate eleven other schools.
These consolidations offered students opportunities to enroll in higher performing schools and will
save the District about $41 million in annual operating expenses. Despite predictions that students
would suffer academically or, worse, be at higher risk of becoming victims of crime, the results
show that students ended up safely in better schools. Based on CPS data and an independent
review by the University of Chicago:
94% of Students Reenrolled in CPS Schools- a percentage that is comparable to previous
years
o 93% of these students attended higher-rated schools after consolidation
o These students had higher grades and attendance at their new schools
o Misconduct among students from closed schools who transferred to new schools fell hy
12.9%
o There have been no reported instances of violent crime on any Safe Passage routes during
operating hours

Critical Investments Since 2011:


CPS and the City have made strategic investments from pre-kindergarten through high school to
improve the quality of education for Chicago children. These investments include:

Establishing Universal Full-Day Kindergarten: In 2011, just more than half of CPS
kindergarteners received a full day of school. In 2013, the Emanuel Administration

University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, Schoo/ Closings in Chicago Oanuary 2015),
htt;ps://consortjum.uchicago.edu/sjtes/defauJt/fiJes{pub)lcations/Schooi%20Ciosings%20Reportpdf.

implemented full-day kindergarten for all of CPS.

Expanded Early Childhood Education: Since 2011 CPS and the City have increased the
number offull-day prekindergarten slots by more than 50 percent - from 10,600 to more
than 16,000. ln the last year alone, the administration has added over 2,400 full-day slots.
Full-day pre-K has proven to have a significant impact on kindergarten readiness. A CPS
analysis showed that in the 2014-15 academic year, children with full-day pre-k arrived to a
kindergarten classroom twice as likely to have a kindergarten ready reading level as those
who had either a half-day pre-K experience or no pre-Kat all. This mirrors national
research.

Expanded Tnternatiqnal Baccalaureate schools: Since 2011 CPS has expanded this proven
program by 51 %, going from 33 schools in 2011 to 50 in 2016. Chicago now has the largest
1B network in the country. Students participating in 1B coursework graduate at a higher
rate than the district average, and enroll in 4- and 2-year colleges at a rate of 81.6 percent,
more than 20 percentage points higher than the rate for the district

Expanded STEM schools: Since 2011, the Chicago Public Schools have grown the number of
STEM focused schools from 3 schools to 22 schools. The Mayor created the 5 Early College
STEM High Schools, focused on honing students' skills in science, technology, engineering,
and math to prepare students for success in college and in life. Students attending these 5
STEM high schools receive free tuition to City Colleges upon graduation.

Growing Opportunities to Earn College Credit in High School. Over 8,000 students (36% of
graduates) earned at least one Early College course credit or Career credential prior to high
school graduation. A key component of this accomplishment is the significant expansion of
a partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago to allow CPS students to access dual credit
opportunities at their schools and dual enrollment opportunities at nearby City Colleges.
The program has grown from nearly 600 students in 2011 to more than 4,200 in 2016.
Mayor Emanuel has set a goal to increase the share of CPS high school graduates obtaining a
college or career credential to 50% by 2019.

Investing in Turning Around Failing Schools: Since taking office, Mayor Emanuel has worked
to turn around failing schools with the help oftheAcademy of Urban School Leadership
(AUSL). AUSL manages 32 schools, 14 of which were added since 2011. In the last year
alone, the number of AUSL schools that receive the highest quality rating (Level 1 or 1 +) has
nearly tripled from 4 to 11. Overall, 41 % of AUSL schools improved their quality rating
from the 2013-14 school year to the 2014-15 school year compared to 30% of the rest of
the school district, making AUSL an important contributor to the improvement of CPS
schools.

Tran~formed Libraries into Centers o[Year-round Learning: Over the past four years, the
Mayor invested in turning Chicago libraries into centers oflearning by providing 24/7

homework help in English and Spanish, expanding learning opportunities in digital media
and 3D printing, and launching initiatives likes Rahm's Readers to encourage youth to read.
First launched in 2011, Rahm's Readers has grown from 56,000 children ages 0-13 in its
first year to roughly 100,000 this previous year. Participants read at least 20 minutes per
day during out of school time and participate in STEM activities to prevent the "summer
slide" phenomenon, where children can lose up to three months of math and science
learning during summer months if they do not remain engaged in learning. According to a
study by Chapin Hall, children participating in the Rahm's Readers Summer Learning
Challenge demonstrated 15 percent greater reading gains and 20 percent great math gains
over and above their peers who did not participate in the program.

Investing in Military and ROTC Programs: CPS has the largest number of military schools
and Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs in the country, serving roughly 10,000
students in the 2015-16 school year. Students at these schools graduate at a rate of more
than 80 percent and the most recently available data show students received an average
ACT score of 18.6.

Launched Summer qflearning,

In 2013, Chicago launched the world's first citywide digital


badging system to recognize out-of-school student learning. As Chicago City of Learning
(CCOL) enters its 4th summer, over 160 organizations will be involved in creating learning
based opportunities that are relevant to students. This summer, the program will be
segmented into K-8 badging and workforce badging run by a new organization that received
$25 million dollars from the McArthur Foundation. There are already over 71,000 young
people with active accounts and the goal for the end of this summer is to engage 100,000
students.

Established the STAR Scholarship:

ln its inaugural year, the Chicago Star Scholarship has


enabled over 1,000 CPS graduates to pursue their degree from City Colleges free-of-charge.
The creation of the Chicago Star Partnership ensures Star Scholars will have further
opportunities to pursue a four-year degree at a significantly reduced cost after successfully
completing an associate degree at one of the City Colleges of Chicago. The program includes
15 university partners that have committed to creating an opportunity that will allow Star
Scholars to continue their college education following a successful completion at CCC. These
packages range in monetary value between $2,500 and nearly $50,000 each year.

Modernizing the Evaluation of Principals:

In 2013, CPS revamped the principal evaluation


system to comprehensively address principal quality by using national benchmarks in how
principal success is measured and matching accountability for student growth and
achievement

Investing in Training Princivals:

In 2011 Mayor Emanuel partnered with ten universities


and training organizations to launch the Chicago Leadership Collaborative (CLC), with a
goal of creating a pipeline of highly qualified leaders. Since inception, more than 200 have

participated in the program with 70% pursuing a leadership position at CPS.

Rewarding Succes~fu/ Principals: In 2015, CPS launched the Independent School Principals
program to empower top principals by providing them with the autonomy to operate their
schools with reduced oversight from Central Office and the flexibility to innovate in their
schools. The program originally launched with 27 principals and earlier this year CPS
doubled the size of the program to include a total of 54 principals.

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educational gains (8-5-16) vS.docx

Paul - Great catching up with you the other day. Attached is the memo we discussed on educational gains post
reforms. Let me know how you would like to proceed.
Rahm

Five Years of Growth: CPS Academic Gains Since 2011

Since 2011 the students of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have outpaced the academic growth of
their national and state peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs for average
ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. and graduation rate. These improvements set
Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the hard work of our students,
parents, principals. and teachers. These gains would also not have been possible without critical
reforms and investments made by the Emanuel Administration.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nat!on"s Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4 th grade reading on the national benchmark assessment. In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015. Since
2003. Chicago has the second best growth in the nation among urban districts for both 4th grade
and 8th grade reading.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 4 points
in fourth-grade math since 2003.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003. The state of Illinois as a whole, by comparison, showed growth of 5 scale-score points
since 2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003, two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15. The state as a whole, by comparison, showed a growth of 5 points
since 2003.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of 9 scale-score points since 2003. The state as a whole, by
comparison, showed a growth of 1 point since 2003.

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Today, CPS students are making record gains, and literally breaking records with high school
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chart above shows that the graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since
2011 the CPS graduation rate has climbed by 13 points.2 By comparison. since 2011 the national 4year high school f:raduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82% If current trends
continue. the 2015-16 graduation rate will reach the low 70s. meaning the graduation rate will have
increased by more than one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:
Last year"s ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools. with an increase of 0.9 scale score points since 2010. This year"s
18.2 composite is the highest measure on record at CPS. After 5 years of relatively flat scores prior
to 2011. ACT scores have climbed significantly to reach this new high.

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College Enrollment:

According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 cps high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally. 3

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Key Reforms Since 2011,

Contract Reforms: The Emanuel Administration successfully fought for a teacher's contract that
included important reforms that provided students with additional instructional time while laying
the foundation for improvements in the CPS teacher pool. These important wins came at the price
of a teacher's strike - the final issue in contention being principal hiring authority.

Implementing a Full School Day. With the full school day and year, a student entering
kindergarten now receives nearly 2.5 additional years of instructional time by the time
they graduate high school.

3 University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, Educational Attainment of Chicago Public Schools
Students; 201S: A Focus on Four-Year College Degrees Oune 2016),
htt;ps://consortium.uchicago,edu/sites/defauJt/files/pubJications/Educational%20Attainment%20of%20Chi
cago-lun2016-Consortium.pdf.

Elementary students gained 75 minutes to create a 7 hour day

High school students gained 30 minutes to create a 7 hour 15 minute day

Students gained 10 instructional days

Preserved Principal Hiring Authority. One of the final issues under dispute in the 2012
contract agreement with the teachers was the ability of principals to truly run their
schools. Ultimately, the contract retained full authority for principals to hire teachers.

Making Academic Growth a Part of Teacher Evaluations. Under the 2012 contract
agreement, CPS now considers how their teachers contribute to student success and for
the first time ever, student academic growth accounts for 35% of a teacher's evaluation.
Overall, CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union modernized teacher evaluations for the
first time in 45 years, using a common language to define high-quality teaching. It also
supports ongoing conversations between teachers and school leaders to encourage real
professional development and growth.

School consolidation: In 2013, CPS had more than 500,000 seats for roughly 400,000 students. Half
of CPS schools were underutilized, and nearly 140 were more than half-empty. The Administration
launched the Commission on School Utilization that ran a comprehensive and coordinated
engagement process that took place over seven months and allowed more than 34,000 members of
the school community to provide feedback. Based on these recommendations, the Chicago School
Board ofEducation approved a proposal to close 49 underutilized elementary schools and one high
school program, and co-locate eleven other schools.
These consolidations offered students opportunities to enroll in higher performing schools and will
save the District about $41 milllon in annual operating expenses. Despite predictions that students
would suffer academically or, worse, be at higher risk of becoming victims of crime, the results
show that students ended up safely in better schools. Based on CPS data and an independent
review by the University of Chicago:
o

94% of Students Reenrolled in CPS Schools- a percentage that is comparable to previous


years
o 93% of these students attended higher-rated schools after consolidation
o These students had higher grades and attendance at their new schools
o Misconduct among students from closed schools who transferred to new schools fell by
12.9%
o There have been no reported instances of violent crime on any Safe Passage routes during
operating hours

Critical investments Since 2011;


CPS and the City have made strategic investments from pre-kindergarten through high school to
improve the quality of education for Chicago children. These investments include:

Establishing Universal Full-Day Kindergarten: In 2011, Just more than half of CPS
kindergarteners received a full day of school. In 2013, the Emanuel Administration

University of Chicago Consortium on School Research, School Closings in Chicago Oanuary 2015),
https: //consortium, uchlcago.edu /sites /defau)t/fi)es/pub)ications /Schoo)%20C)osings%20Report.pdf.

implemented full-day kindergarten for all of CPS.

Expanded Early Childhood Education: Since 2011 CPS and the City have increased the
number of full-day prekindergarten slots by more than 50 percent - from 10,600 to more
than 16,000. In the last year alone, the administration has added over 2,400 full-day slots.
Full-day pre-K has proven to have a significant impact on kindergarten readiness. A CPS
analysis showed that in the 2014-15 academic year, children with full-day pre-k arrived to a
kindergarten classroom twice as likely to have a kindergarten ready reading level as those
who had either a half-day pre-K experience or no pre-Kat all. This mirrors national
research.

Expanded International Baccalaureqteschools: Since 2011 CPS has expanded this proven
program by 51 %, going from 33 schools in 2011 to 50 in 2016. Chicago now has the largest
1B network in the country. Students participating in 1B coursework graduate at a higher
rate than the district average, and enroll in 4- and 2-year colleges at a rate of 81.6 percent,
more than 20 percentage points higher than the rate for the district.

Expanded STEM schools: Since 2011, the Chicago Public Schools have grown the number of
STEM focused schools from 3 schools to 22 schools. The Mayor created the 5 Early College
STEM High Schools, focused on honing students' skills in science, technology, engineering,
and math to prepare students for success in college and in life. Students attending these 5
STEM high schools receive free tuition to City Colleges upon graduation.

Growing Qiwortunities to Earn College Credit in High School. Over 8,000 students (36% of
graduates) earned at least one Early College course credit or Career credential prior to high
school graduation. A key component of this accomplishment is the significant expansion of
a partnership with the City Colleges of Chicago to allow CPS students to access dual credit
opportunities at their schools and dual enrollment opportunities at nearby City Colleges.
The program has grown from nearly 600 students in 2011 to more than 4,200 in 2016.
Mayor Emanuel has set a goal to increase the share of CPS high school graduates obtaining a
college or career credential to 50% by 2019.

Investing in Turning Around Failing Schools: Since taking office, Mayor Emanuel has worked
to turn around failing schools with the help of the Academy of Urban School Leadership
(AUSL). AUSL manages 32 schools, 14 of which were added since 2011. In the last year
alone, the number of AUSL schools that receive the highest quality rating (Level 1 or 1 +) has
nearly tripled from 4 to 11. Overall, 41 % of AUSL schools improved their quality rating
from the 2013-14 school year to the 2014-15 school year compared to 30% of the rest of
the school district, making AUSL an important contributor to the improvement of CPS
schools.

Transfimned Libraries into Centers of Year-round Learning; Over the past four years, the
Mayor invested in turning Chicago libraries into centers oflearning by providing 24/7

homework help in English and Spanish, expanding learning opportunities in digital media
and 3D printing, and launching initiatives likes Rahm's Readers to encourage youth to read.
First launched in 2011, Rahm's Readers has grown from 56,000 children ages 0-13 in its
first year to roughly 100,000 this previous year. Participants read at least 20 minutes per
day during out of school time and participate in STEM activities to prevent the "summer
slide" phenomenon, where children can lose up to three months of math and science
learning during summer months if they do not remain engaged in learning. According to a
study by Chapin Hall, children participating in the Rahm's Readers Summer Learning
Challenge demonstrated 15 percent greater reading gains and 20 percent great math gains
over and above their peers who did not participate in the program.

Investing in Military and ROTC Programs:

CPS has the largest number of military schools


and Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs in the country, serving roughly 10,000
students in the 2015-16 school year. Students at these schools graduate at a rate of more
than 80 percent and the most recently available data show students received an average
ACT score of 18.6.

Launched Summer ofLearning. In 2013, Chicago launched the world's first citywide digital
badging system to recognize out-of-school student learning. As Chicago City of Learning
(CCOL) enters its 4th summer, over 160 organizations will be involved in creating learning
based opportunities that are relevant to students. This summer, the program will be
segmented into K-8 badging and workforce badging run by a new organization that received
$25 million dollars from the McArthur Foundation. There are already over 71,000 young
people with active accounts and the goal for the end of this summer is to engage 100,000
students.

Established the STAR Scholarship: In its inaugural year, the Chicago Star Scholarship has
enabled over 1,000 CPS graduates to pursue their degree from City Colleges free-of-charge.
The creation of the Chicago Star Partnership ensures Star Scholars will have further
opportunities to pursue a four-year degree at a significantly reduced cost after successfully
completing an associate degree at one of the City Colleges of Chicago. The program includes
15 university partners that have committed to creating an opportunity that will allow Star
Scholars to continue their college education following a successful completion at CCC. These
packages range in monetary value between $2,500 and nearly $50,000 each year.

Modernizing the Evaluation ofPrincipals: In 2013, CPS revamped the principal evaluation
system to comprehensively address principal quality by using national benchmarks in how
principal success is measured and matching accountability for student growth and
achievement

Investing in Training Principals: In 2011 Mayor Emanuel partnered with ten universities
and training organizations to launch the Chicago Leadership Collaborative (CLC), with a
goal of creating a pipeline of highly qualified leaders. Since inception, more than 200 have

participated in the program with 70% pursuing a leadership position at CPS.

Rewarding Succes~fu/ Princivals: In 2015, CPS launched the Independent School Principals
program to empower top principals by providing them with the autonomy to operate their
schools with reduced oversight from Central Office and the flexibility to innovate in their
schools. The program originally launched with 27 principals and earlier this year CPS
doubled the size of the program to include a total of 54 principals.

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> Paul - Great catching up with you the other day. Attached is the memo we discussed on educational gains post
reforms. Let me know how you would like to proceed.
>
>Rahm
> <educational gains (8-5-16) v5.docx>

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Subject: Dinner with Baron David de Rothschild - Nov 3rd
Rahm,
Our Chairman, Baron David de Rothschild, is coming to Chicago for a "grand opening" of
the new office. As part of that visit, I am arranging an intimate dinner with a handful of
prominent Chicagoans whom I'm sure you will know. Our mutual friend, Eric Lefkofsky,
was my first acceptance, as an example.
Conversation will likely cover Europe/Brexit, Israel, markets, and, perhaps, wine.
It would be an honor if you could join.
We are planning an early dinner downtown on November 3rd (venue tbd).
Please let me know if this works for your calendar.
Best
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Attachments: Letter to CPS CEO.docx;MayorUpdated (1).docx

FYl--just saw these letters, which was news to me.


Have purposelly kept out of CPS Latino Advisory Council matters--focusing on law practice which has suffered
since my leave of absence last summer.
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Dear Dr. Janice Jackson:


The Latino Advisory Committee of the Chicago Public Schools Is responsibly addressing the attached letter to
you and Mr. Claypool that gathers our concerns in relationship to the latest CPS appointments and positions.
Respectfully,
Latino Advisory Committee members

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Chicago, August 8, 2016


Forrest Claypool, CEO
Janice Jackson, Chief Education Officer
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, Illinois
Once more the Latino Advisory Committee (LAC) of the Chicago Public Schools is addressing the issue of
leadership parity before your office. In a recent article of the Chicago Sun-Times dated 08-04-2016, we,
the members of LAC, read the information about the new leadership positions at CPS. We were quite
concerned and troubled.
On Friday August 06, 2016 the Latino Advisory Committee met, deliberated and agreed upon
unanimously to reach out you with our concerns.
Since January 2014, when the Latino Advisory Committee convened for the first time, the issue on
Latino parity, lack of Latino quality and representation in CPS, has been our number one and more
critical issue. It is very well known, and according to the CPS Facts most recently updated (July 14, 2016)
that the racial breakdown of the CPS claims that Hispanic school administrators represent the lowest
number among all races (16.0%) while African Americans and White principals are 80% of the entire
population of elementary and high school administrators. The incongruence of the data is that the
Hispanic students represent almost 50% of the entire student body enrolled In the Chicago Public
Schools.
In terms of high level administrators holding high impact leadership positions such as Chief Network,
Deputy Network and or Chief administrators at CPS, the number has drastically decreased and is getting
closer to 1%. Reinforced by the previous data, we believe that we have a social responsibility with our
community and our Latino students. Unfortunately, the disparity of the Latino educational
administrators in CPS is a disease that seems to have neither cure nor proper treatment. We strongly
believe that this is a civil right as well as a social justice issue that must be addressed.
In all our previous meetings with you and Dr. Jackson, the disparity of Latino leadership was the major
focus of discussion. In fact, we would like to remind you about the letter (attached) to you and the
Mayor with which was written to draw attention to this issue.
At subsequent meetings we were informed about the lack of leadership positions, which is why many of
us were surprised and dismayed to read the article in the Chicago Sun Times about the new leadership
positions. In addition the failure to reach out to us for any possible input is certainly disheartening. On
May 11th , 2016 members of the LAC met with Dr. Jackson to discuss this very issue along with training
and hiring of Latino candidates. However, at the moment the good will and sincerity of the Chicago
Public Schools (CPS) Leadership lacks credibility.

The LAC is committed to the issues of equity in quality leadership and social justice and will be charting a
course of action before meeting with the Board of Education, the Mayor, Latino leadership coalitions
and members of the press. We are looking forward to your serious and proactive attention to this crucial
matter and would very much like to address these concerns at your earlier convenience. It's time to act
and build trust now!
Sincerely,

Latino Advisory Committee of Chicago Public Schools


Carlos Azcoitia
Ana Gil Garcia
Caroline Crozier
Manuel Medina
Jose Rico
Josie Yaguas
Sylvia Puente
Judy Sauri
Ana Espinoza
Maricela Garcia
Beatriz Ponce De Jeon
Marla T. Terri Campos
Teresa Garate

July 24, 2015


Rahm Emanuel, Mayor
Chicago City Hall
121 N. LaSalle Drive
Chicago, IL 60602
Dear Mayor Emanuel,
We were heartened when you convened the first ever CPS Latino Advisory Committee,
and voiced your commitment to Latino inclusion at our first meeting. As committee
members we have demonstrated our commitment to increase engagement with the
Latino community and enhance the educational experience and ultimately the
educational outcomes for Latino students. Because of this commitment, we are very
disconcerted with the stark lack of Latino leadership on the Board of Education, within
the office of the CEO, and across the District.
As you know, Latinos are the largest cohort of students in CPS at 46 percent, yet there
continues to be a void in equitable representation among CPS leadership and the
teacher corps. This adversely impacts the quality of education that all CPS children
receive.
This disparity has historically contributed to a host of other issues which include, but are
not limited to, inequitable resource allocation to schools; a need for prioritizing
neighborhood schools, where a majority of Latino students attend; a lack of recognizing
pathways to bilingualism and biliteracy for the benefit of all Chicago; and failure to
ensure strong post-secondary counseling and resources for students in all high schools.
We urge you to begin correcting this egregious leadership disparity by:

Expanding the CPS board to include at least two additional Latino


representatives;

Appointing more Latinos to key leadership positions, starting with the talent
officer, and including a senior advisor who has depth of knowledge in second
language learning and an understanding of the cultural and linguistic assets of
Latino and immigrant students;

Ensuring the continuance of the Latino Advisory Committee and expand its
membership to include a representative of the Board of Education, Mr. Jesse
Ruiz, and teachers, principals, and parents. We recommend identifying these
members through the Network of Hispanic Administrators in Education, the
Chicago Multilingual Parent Council, the Local School Council Advisory Board,
and the Chicago Teachers Union.

We ask that you prioritize leadership parity in representing the racial, ethnic and
language diversity of the students that CPS serves. We strongly urge you to take action
to close the Latino leadership gap, and we look forward to continued shared work to
improve the lives and quality of education that all students of CPS deserve.

Sincerely,
CC:
Forrest Claypool
Arnie Rivera
Frank Clark
Jesse Ruiz

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Re: floating river bike trail

What is it
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On Aug 9, 2016, at 7:22 AM, paul levy
Is this idea dead?

paul

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Give me his contact want him in


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I spoke with James Chuck (not connected in any way to John Buck) developer of river
floating bike path yesterday. He told me it could be built with private funds (le no city
funds). It would financed with bonds and paid off with a toll for use of the bike path. He is
ok with going south from Lawrence if that is an issue but it would also go south of the loop
so as to not ignore the south side.
I think he could make it happen.
Let me know

paul

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:57:32 PM
goldberg.atlantic
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Jeffrey,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools -the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance,
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.
Math Results

Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading ?-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.
Reading Results

In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class 0[20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains In graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years priorto 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new hjgh.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enroUment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1% to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing. low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


ln 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:

Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:57:54 PM
Maureen Dowd <dowd@nytimes.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Maureen,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
la'rgest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data CC/ass Qf20151;


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place sjnce 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, Including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:57:57 PM
Peggy.Noonan <Peggy.Noonan@wsj.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Peggy,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math;


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 natjon-Jeadjng 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011-15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of2015l:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach thjs new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year coHege enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high schoo)
graduates was 42% compared to 44% natjonally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1. 7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement;


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and Colkqe Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has Increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:58:17 PM
James Bennet <jamesb@nytimes.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

James,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-)eadine; 7-point e;rowth in math with
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of201S]:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record .. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new hjgh.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:58:39 PM
Naftali Bendavid <naftali.bendavid@wsj.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Naftali,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math wjth
another 1-pojnt increase, for an 18-pojnt gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 pojnts in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011-15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates haye taken p)ace sjnce 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the Universit;y of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.
,

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program Is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing. low-income students.

Tov High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Comvuter Science a Graduation Requirement:


ln 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district ofits
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment In AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflow
income students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:58:43 PM
Al Hunt <ahuntl@bloomberg.net>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Al,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their natjonal peers jn both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math wjth
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof thjs growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
in reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders sjnce 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class 0[2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken p)ace since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. if current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year coUege enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high schoo)
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars;


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state. and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district In the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61%. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:59:12 PM
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Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Margaret,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate, and co))ege attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading ?-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading. fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013. for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class Qf2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken p)ace since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enro)Jment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates MIiiennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


in 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district ofits
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment of lowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:59:15 PM
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Chicago Educational Gains.docx

David,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students. parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact.
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point Increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math. registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading. fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 -15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class of2015J:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades. according to the
University of Chicago. the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%. meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enro)lment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment of lowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 8:59:27 PM
porszagS <porszag5@bloomberg.net>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Peter,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reachjng hjstoric highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain sjnce 2003 - near!y half of this growth has
taken place sjnce 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achjeved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class of2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken p!ace since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
sjgnificantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enroUment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars;


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement;


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 o/o to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 o/o. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:00:15 PM
markhalperin <markhalperin@bloomberg.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Mark,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools-the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students. parents. principals. and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation"s Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Resu Its


In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011-15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class of2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains jn graduatjon rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enro)lment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 o/o to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:00:34 PM
fredhiatt <fredhiatt@washpost.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Fred,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools -the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4"'grade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact.
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4"' and 8 th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade cps students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth In math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003, two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class Q[201!i);


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
sililnificantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1. 7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 o/o to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment of lowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:00:35 PM
dvbrooks <dvbrooks@nytimes.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

David,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of them as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools -the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that Is more than BS% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance,
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math;


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - Joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades In 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 natjon-)eading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class of2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. Aher 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enro)lment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% natjonally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates MIiiennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:01:45 PM
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Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Tom,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of 9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class Q,[20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scares:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-inconie students.

To12 High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Com12uterScience a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:02:14 PM
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Chicago Educational Gains.docx

George,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools- the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students. parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math;


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 natjon-leadjng 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points jn growth achjeved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of2Q151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year co]Jege enroHment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61%. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:02:33 PM
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Carl,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP. "the Nation"s Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact.
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class Q[20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades. according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%. meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year coJ)ege enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has Increased among all ethnic groups, Including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:03:23 PM
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Chicago Educational Gains.docx

James,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate. and college attendance,
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
p)ace between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data CC/ass Q[20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the Universit;y of Chicago. the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars;


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science q Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has Increased over 61%. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students: (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students: and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:03:58 PM
Paul Gigot <paul.gigot@wsj.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.doCJC

Paul,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - haye outpaced
the academic growth of their nation a) peers in both math and reading, whjle reachjng historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8 th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leadini: 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth In the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4 th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on

track data CCJass of201!i}:

While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken p)ace since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enro)lment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:04:11 PM
Annekomblut
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Anne,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers jn both math and readjng. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis growth has
taken place sjnce 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achjeved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Qass of2015J:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapjd gajns In graduation rates have taken place sjnce 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 priorto 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. Jn 2015. the four-year co)Jege enro)Jment rate for 2014 CPS high schoo)
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61%. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:05:45 PM
David Brooks
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

David,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly ha!f of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Clqss of201!i):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 201 o. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015, the four-year college enro)lment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:09:15 PM
David I <ignatiusd@washpost.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

David,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4th grade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfof this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains jn graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison. since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 -the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 % to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment of lowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:56:13 PM
WolfBlitzer <wolf.blitzer@turner.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Wolf,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income have outpaced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading. while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score. freshmen-on-track to graduate rate. graduation rate. and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in growth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of 9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class Qf2015):


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gajns in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. A~er 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011. ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance;
The district attendance rate for SYlS increased from 93.1 % to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science q Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Plqcement and Co/fuge Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31% to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students: (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:56:45 PM
John Harris <jharris@politico.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

John
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know
Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outpaced
the academic 1,rowth of their national peers in both math and readin1,. while reaching historic highs
for averai.e ACT score. freshmen-on-track to 1,raduate rate. 1,raduation rate. and colleee attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students. parents. principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math;


According to NAEP. "the Nation"s Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8 th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact.
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading 7-po!nt 1;1rowth in math with
another 1-point increase. for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly halfofthis erowth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of 7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in wowth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003. two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data [Class of20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years of flat scores that hovered around 17 prior to 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high.

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. In 2015. the four-year college enrollment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationally. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars;


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has Jed the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing. ]ow-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and College Credit;


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP college-level coursework has increased by 31 o/o to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61 %. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflow
income students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Tuesday, August 9, 2016 9:56: 15 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: News About Chicago's Growth ...

Sent from my iPad


On Aug 9, 2016, at 3:46 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com> wrote:

End of month
Sent from my iPhone
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Look forward to it ...


Sent from my iPad
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Wait to you see the reading and graduation gains our kids have made. Leading the
country.
Sent from my iPhone
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straight ahead ...


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Thanks. Big wins
Sent from my iPhone
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Congratulations and well done re some very


diligent and consistent effort by your team and
those at WBC ...
Be well ...
Glenn
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wrote:

On Aug 9, 2016, at 2:35 PM, Mayor Emanuel


<MayorEmanuel@.worldbusinesschicago.com>
wrote:
I thought you'd like to see the
attached. For the fourth year in
a row, Chicago is North
America's number one city for
foreign direct investment. And
for first time, we're the only
North American city in the global
top 20.

This great news follows on the


March 2016 announcement that,
for the third year in a row,
Chicago has been designated
the ''#1 Metro for New and
Expanding Companies" by Site
Selection magazine, the leading
trade magazine for urban
economic development.

In June, Chicago saw record


tourism, fueled by strong room
demand from convention and
leisure visitors. At the mid-way
point of 2016, overall demand
has already reached a record
level of more than 5 million room
nights, a gain of 1.1 percent
over last year's record
performance.

And today I was proud to


announce that London's newly
elected Mayor, Sadiq Khan, will
visit Chicago from September
15-17 - making Chicago the first
American city he has visited
since taking office in May of this
year. Mayor Khan is particularly
interested in seeing Chicago's
investments in infrastructure and
culture of entrepreneurship,
particularly in the tech and
cultural industries.

I am proud of our collective


efforts to keep Chicago moving

forward. Thank you and your


team for your part in making
Chicago a top global city for
business.

Rahm Emanuel

Mayor, City of Chicago

<Mayor Emanuel Announces


Chicago Leads U.S. In Foreign
Direct Investment. pdf>

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Mahalia Hines <


Wednesday, August 10, 2016 11: 12:28 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: Good Morning

You told Andy to help us with the incentives for CPS students with perfect attendance for the first week of
school Rashid said he saw you
On Wed, Aug JO, 2016 at 11:39 AM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> > wrote:
What?
Sent from my iPhone
> On Aug 10, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Mahalia Hines <
wrote:
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> Thank you for helping the Children
>
> Sent from my iPhone

Mahalia Hines

<mailto

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Friday, August 12, 2016 1:58:55 PM
emanuel, rahm (Mayor_re@rahmemail.com) <Mayor_re@rahmemail.com>;Koch, Steve
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Hopeful signs of industrial renaissance in impoverished Chicago - Cahill - Crain's
Chicago Business
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This is an excellent piece that goes right to the heart of the 'growth zones' strategy. I have suggested to Steve
and now I boldly (and I understand it's not something you want to do} suggest to you that you and
Preckwinkle either 1) do a round of ed board meetings or 2) write a joint editorial.
T'would be good.

http://www.chicagobuslness.com/article/20160812/ISSUE10/l608l9954#utm medium=email&utm source=c,


-morninglO&utm campaign=ccb-morningl0-20160812

August 12, 2016

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proposed a development at Roosevelt Road and Kildare Avenue

A budding industrial renaissance in Chicago is taking another step forward, reaching a neighborhood that really
needs a boost.
As my colleague Alby Gailun reported, developer Clarius Partners is proposing a $43 million industrial/retail
project for 21 acres of vacant city-owned land in North Lawndale on the West Side. According to plan documents,
the 380,000-square-foot complex at Roosevelt Road and Kastner Avenue would bring 380 jobs.
This is the latest in a series of recent industrial initiatives in communities hungry for jobs and investment. Earlier this
year, Whole Foods announced plans for a warehouse employing 150 people on a former Ryerson steel site in
Pullman on the South Side, alongside a newly opened Method soap factory. Online retail giant Amazon last
year leased a warehouse on the near Southwest Side not far from a 317,000-square-foot warehouse Panattoni
Development recently built.
The Clarius project advances this trend in important ways. First, ii signals that industrial redevelopment in outlying
Chicago neighborhoods has more room to run. That's good news because such investments can put a dent in
Chicago's social and fiscal problems. Industrial jobs paying decent wages open a path to middle-class life for people
in areas where opportunities have been diminishing for decades. And as business activity picks up in depressed
sections, new streams of tax revenue will flow into depleted city coffers.
It's good to see a project of this scope on the West Side. Many of the other major redevelopments lately have been
on the South or Southwest sides. But West Side neighborhoods like North Lawndale need job-creating investments
just as much, if not more. Hammered by a double-whammy of 1960s riots and deindustrialization in the 1970s and
'80s, North Lawndale has seen its unemployment rate rise to 25 percent, according to a city planning department
report on Clari us' proposal.
REVISING 'TALE OF TWO CITIES'
A successful project on the Roosevelt Road site also would demonstrate the potential of other large open tracts
around town. Just two miles north lie 30 acres where a Brach's candy factory once employed 3,500. Today it's an
expanse of gravel waiting for somebody to capitalize on its proximity to the Eisenhower Expressway, downtown and
the western suburbs. An even bigger opportunity is the vast lakefront tract near South Shore where U.S.
Steel' sSouth Works plant once stood.

Abandoned years ago as too small, outdated or far from a consumer base fleeing for the suburbs, old industrial
properties are looking more attractive as people and jobs return to the central city. Many are well-positioned to serve
as distribution hubs for shippers like Amazon offering same-day or even one-hour delivery to customers in and
around downtown. You can't do that from Romeoville or Kenosha.
Projects like the Clarius development also can help rewrite the "tale of two cities' narrative that has spun out of the
downtown revival. Many emphasize that large areas of Chicago have seen little benefit from an economic
resurgence concentrated in a cluster of neighborhoods around the Loop. Outlying neighborhoods struggle to attract
jobs while we celebrate McDonald's headquarters move to the West Loop.
Yet we're starting to see a spillover effect. Whole Foods wouldn't have built a warehouse in Pullman if it didn't have
several stores in gentrified areas ringing downtown. And growing numbers of relatively affluent consumers in those
areas make the Southwest Side an excellent distribution base for Amazon.
There's a long way to go, and no guarantee that Clarius will succeed. But at this stage of the game, Chicago needs
industrial redevelopment projects more than big-name headquarters moves.

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Saturday, August 13, 2016 8:42:10 PM
emanuel, rahm (Mayor_re@rahmemail.com) <Mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
FW: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

Fyi - just to close the loop.

From: Nancy Leigh Williams


Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2016 11:19 AM

To: jjcappleman@yahoo.com
Cc: Marilyn Katz
Subject: Re: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

Dear Alderman Cappleman,


I appreciate your reply and I plan to attend Monday's meeting. However, I do
not understand how this can be completely out of your hands. The
documented number of permanent tents and residents under the viaducts
constitutes a village and therefore should be held to zoning laws.
As the representative of our ward, you should be fighting this everyday- it is
the most detrimental issue to progress for the 46th Ward. No one wants to
invest in this area when the first thing you see is a filthy shanty town on our
beautiful lakefront ... the gateway to the 46th Ward.
How were the tents kept from being allowed under Irving Park, Belmont,
Fullerton and North Avenue?
One of your aids sent me a copy of the Bryant Case which your aide explained
to me gave homeless the right to live under the Lawrence Viaduct. I have read
through this several times, and the case specifies Lower Wacker and the
Wilson Viaduct. It does not include Lawrence. It also states people can only
have portable items such as sleeping bags, blanket and clothing items. There
are permanent tents, chairs, grills, storage cabinets with drawers plastic bins,
snow shovels, fishing poles, several cases of water stored up -appearing to
belong to one person. There is a tent large enough for probably 6 people set
up on the north side of Lawrence. The sidewalk is not kept passable as the
agreement states.
Based on the fact that Lawrence is not mentioned in the Bryant Case, the City
should have the authorization to move these people from under the Lawrence
Viaduct! Why hasn't that been done?
Regarding the other conditions stated, the City should be removing all items
not considered portable as described from under the other viaducts--such as
permanent tents. You can see in the photos I sent or drive by yourself any day
of the week this rule is being violated.

The lack of enforcement is what is plaguing the problem and delaying any
solution.
The 46th & 48th Wards should be challenging the Bryant Case in court based
on the zoning for the numbers of people inhabiting these areas and the health
risk to the public due to unsanitary conditions.
Respectfully,
Nancy Williams

On Fri, Aug 12, 2016 at 3:10 PM, James Yahoo<


jjcappleman@yahoo.com> wrote:
It would be great if you and others you know could come to meet with the Commissioner for the
Dept of Family & Support Services this Monday, Aug 15 at 7pm at Weiss Memorial Hospital. I

sent a notice about this meeting in last week's newsletter.


Ask Commissioner Lisa Morrison-Butler your questions and tell her your concerns. I have many
times on this situation.
Nancy, if Monday evenings are never good for you to meet, get your local neighborhood
organization or building association to host a meeting with me on some other evening that is
convenient for many of you.
However, with regards to addressing homelessness, it is always best to voice your concerns with
the person in charge, and that's the Commissioner for the Dept of Family & Support Services.
Anything I tell you is information that comes directly from her.
-AJd. James Cappleman
Sent from my iPhone
On Aug 12, 2016, at 2: 17 PM, Marilyn Katz <mkatz@mkcpr.com> wrote:
Can u at least meet with her?
Sent from my iPhone
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From: "Nancy Leigh Williams" <
To: "Marilyn Katz" <mkatz@mkcpr.com>
Subject: Re: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

Two of the aides working in Cappleman's office told me in


June that there was this new program in place which has
been worked on since Feb/March to place these people Into

shelters. As of June they placed 5. Of course, more moved


in.
Originally we were told they'd have them out by July 1.
Then it was moved to Sept 1; and now I've heard Jan
1... of course, mother nature will assist more than the City
by then!
I was told that the Alderman only sees constituents on
Monday's from 5-7pm and I'd have to come back then if I
wanted to speak to him.
The young woman also informed me that many of the
people living under the viaducts suffer from drug addiction,
alcoholism, and mental illness so it is difficult for them to
be placed into the program since they cannot work and
they have a "right to live somewhere" so this is the
solution.
Meanwhile we have a Salvation Army family shelter which
focuses on keeping the family unit together less than 30
yards from these people.
I just don't understand how the city can allow such a large
congregation of homeless in one area. It perpetuates
the issues facing them and increases public health safety
risks.
Meanwhile- the viaduct under North Avenue near I-94 has
only 1 or 2 tents. The City should at the very least move
these people away from residences and towards the
industrial areas of town - maybe they can get some day
jobs rather than just sit on the sidewalks ALL DAY LONG!
I had a $465,000 offer on my home that just got
withdrawn due to the shanty town 1/2 block from my
home.- The buyer, a single guy, said he was not
comfortable riding his bike in the area.
I am attaching photos from March- July and
yesterday ... you will see there is no improvement! And this
is both sides of the street. You can't even walk without
having to step around them ... and the smell around there is
disgusting.
I'd like to see the Mayor and Aldermen take their families
and friends through there everyday and see how good they
feel about their home values and their property taxes.
- sorry to vent, but I am so frustrated. I know if there is

anyone who can get a response, it's you! --:)


Thanks for listening at least.

xxn
Best wishes,
Nancy
On Thu, Aug 11, 2016 at 3:58 PM, Marilyn Katz <mkatz@mkcpr.com>
wrote:
What does the alderman say>?
Marilyn Katz
President
MK Communications
350 West Hubbard Street
Chicago, II. 60654
312-822-0505 (o)
312-953-1225 (c)
mkatz@mkcpr.com
@MkatzChi

From: Nancy Leigh WIiiiams [mailto:n


Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2016 3:52 PM

To: Marilyn Katz


Subject: Re: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

Thanks. It will probably take for someone to get killed up


here and then the City will be all over it. Last year when
the City held 2 concerts up this way, they had no problem
moving the homeless out; but this year they don't
care ... as long as they stay here and don't go south of
Wilson.

Best wishes,
Nancy
On Thu, Aug 11, 2016 at 3:42 PM, Marilyn Katz <mkatz@mkcpr.com>
wrote:
So sorry.
Marilyn Katz
President
MK Communications
350 West Hubbard Street
Chicago, II. 60654
312-822-0505 (o)
312-953-1225 (c)
mkatz@mkcpr.com
@MkatzChi

From: Nancy Leigh Williams [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2016 3:41 PM
To: Marilyn Katz
Subject: Re: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

... and probably 20 moved in. Thanks for calling them.


Best wishes,
Nancy
On Thu, Aug 11, 2016 at 2:50 PM, Marilyn Katz <mkatz@mkcpr.com>
wrote:
Talked to the city-19 were moved out yesterday........ but I would press the
alderman.
Marilyn Katz
President
MK Communications
350 West Hubbard Street
Chicago, II. 60654
312-822-0505 (o)
312-953-1225 (c)
mkatz@mkcpr.com
@MkatzChi

From: Nancy Leigh Williams [mailto:


Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2016 1:37 PM
To: Marilyn Katz

Subject: Uptown Homeless problem-please help if you can

Hi Marilyn,
How are you? I hope the girl's night was fun. I just saw
Cynthia's note about Simone- how horrible. She is so
young- it's shocking.

It puts everything into perspective, but I'm still hoping you


can help me with a problem. I put Gunnison on the
market in early June and have had several showings
which most really like the home but are concerned about
the homeless camp set up under the viaduct at Lawrence.
It is unbelievable that this is allowed! I have been to my
Alderman's office and got nothing but lip service from two
young workers who clearly could not have cared less.
I recently had an offer on my home which I accepted, but
the buyer came for a second viewing and yesterday backed
out of the deal - his reason ... he doesn't feel safe riding his
bike due to the homeless camp at Lawrence!
This situation is out of hand and it is extremely detrimental
to all of the taxpayers in this area. I am zoned for

Lakeview taxes - some of the highest in Chicago and I


can't even walk to the park ... or worse, sell my home!
At night, I've see them in the middle of the street halfdressed. There are liquor bottles discarded on the ground.
And even worse- there are no bathrooms -they are
relieving themselves in the park!
One of my neighbor's children got sick from touching a
soccer ball that had feces on it.
Please let me know if you have any suggestions or can
highlight this problem to someone who can help. The
residents up here are disgusted with the problem and the
City's lack of concern.
I hope all is good with you and the family. - Thanks for at
least listening to my problem! Here are a few photos to
make you extra happy you moved from Uptown/
Edgewater.
Love-n

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Monday, August 15, 2016 12:23:54 AM
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Subject:
chicago city colleges realignment overview
Attachments: postsecondary_RE (8-14- I 6).doc

John Mayor Emanuel asked me to send you this attached brief overview of our City Colleges transformation efforts.
If you or anyone on your team has any questions please don't hesitate to follow up.
Best,

Michael

From Remedial Education to career Preparation; City Colleges of Chica1w Since 2011
Starting in 2011, the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) underwent a transformation from providing remedial
education for its students to delivering an industry-developed curriculum matched to jobs in fast growing
industries. By partnering with industry leaders in key sectors, the CCC has implemented an approach to preparing
students for the work force that has been recognized by the World Bank as a model for other cities and
governments to follow. Additionally, the Emanuel Administration has expanded opportunities for students to save
money on college by earning credit while still in high school and launched the Star Scholarship to offer a debt-free
associate's degree to hard-working Chicago Public Schools (CPS) graduates.
These efforts have driven a more than doubling of the CCC's graduation rate - currently at 17 percent compared to
a national average of20 percent- since the beginning of this decade.
The Emanuel Administration has implemented this transformation by:

Aligning City Colleges Curricula to Where Jobs Are Being Created


In 2011, the CCC launched College to Careers to ensure that students gain the skills and knowledge to succeed in
the jobs of today and the careers of tomorrow in seven industries: healthcare; business; information technology;
culinary and hospitality; transportation, distribution, and logistics; advanced manufacturing; and education,
human and natural sciences. Modeled after the German approach by ensuring curricula are directly linked to real
job opportunities, each of the seven City Colleges has become a center of excellence in one of these targeted
industries. Private and public sector leaders have established formal relationships with each of the colleges,
agreeing to co-design coursework and offer job and apprenticeship opportunities:
Richard T. Daley College (Advanced Manufacturing): Illinois Manufacturing Association (Lead
Partners), Dudek & Bock Spring Manufacturing. Arrow Gear Company, and Bimba Manufacturing
Harold Washington College [Business & Professional Svcs): Aon (Lead Partner), Fifth Third, and
Randstad
Malcolm X College [Health Care); Rush University (Lead Partner), Ann & Robert Lurie Children's
Hospital, Rehabilitation Institute, CVS Health, Cook County Health and Hospital System
Kennedy-King College (Culinary & Hospitality; Construction): Kimpton (Lead - Culinary &
Hospitality), Chicago Building Trades Council (Lead - Construction}, Lou Malnati's, Whole Foods,
Hyatt Regency, McCormick Place, Peoples Gas, ComEd, D Construction, and FH Paschen

s.

Harry Truman Co])ege (Education. Human, and Natural Sciences): Bright Horizons (Lead
Partner), Jewish Council for Youth Services, Metropolitan Family Services, and University of IllinoisChicago
Olive-Harvey College CTransportation, Distribution. and Logistics): UPS (Lead Partner), Navistar,
Schneider Logistics, Coyote Logistics, Coca-Cola, and FedEx
Wilbur Wright College (Information Technology): Accenture (Lead Partner), Cisco, and CompTIA
Overall. more thanlSO local and national businesses and organizations are committed partners with the CCC. In
2013 the World Bank recognized Colleges to Careers as a model workforce development program.
This realignment of the CCC has also played a role in attracting new businesses to Chicago. Companies like UPS,
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Coyote Logistics, and Whole Foods have made significant investments in Chicago while agreeing to partner with
CCC to help meet their hiring needs. These investments have contributed to Site Selector Magazine naming
Chicago as the nation's top metro for corporate relocations for three years in a row.

The Chicago STAR Scholarship -Allowing CPS Students to Earn a 2 Year Degree Debt-Free
Through the Chicago Star Scholarship, the City Co)leges of Chicago [CCC) proyjdes scholarships in the form of fu)I
tuition, fee and book waivers to CPS high school students who graduate wjth a B average and score at )east a 17 on
the ACT. Funding for the program came from administrative savings created through CCC's ongoing streamlining
of its seven colleges. This program allows these students to earn their associate degree at City Colleges with no
out-of-pocket costs. Students will be required to first complete the FAFSA to apply for financial aid. After
application of federal and state financial aid grants, CCC will provide waivers to cover tuition, fees. and books for
up to three years.
More than half of STAR scholars are first-generation college students and first-generation Americans. Nearly twothirds are female. Nearly half get a jump on college by earning credits while still in high school. Moreover. Ccc..lli!.4
partnered with 15 Chicago-area universities to provide significant scholarship support for STAR scholars that
maintain a B average or higher, allowing them to move on from the CCC to earn a four-year degree at schools
including the University of Chicago. Northwestern University. the University of lllinois at Chicago. the Illinois
Institute of Technology. Roosevelt University. and Columbia College. among others.
In its first year, the Chicago Star Scholarship helped more than 1,000 CPS graduates-representing more than 55
zip codes and more than 125 high schools citywide-to enroll in college at no cost 94 percent of participants were
retained from their fall semester to the spring semester compared to slightly more than 60 percent of their peers
outside of the program. Applications for this coming academic year are up by roughly 30%.

Encouraging High School Students to Earn Early College Credit


Another priority of the Emanuel Administration has been to increase the number of students that earn college
credit for free while still in high school, reducing the cost to their families of their college education once they
enroll. Last year, nearly 40 percent of CPS students earned one or more of the following college or career
credentials: early college credit. a 3+ on an AP exam, a 4+ on an 1B exam, an approved career certification, or a
)ROTC program completion certification. This represents an increase from roughly 30 percent the year before.
A key driver of this increase in high school students earning college credit has been the CPS-CCC Dual Credit Dual
Enrollment program. This initiative allows CPS students to earn CCC credit free of charge either at their high
school or by commuting to a nearby CCC college. More than 4,200 students at 60 high schools are benefiting this
school year, a significant increase from the nearly 600 students participating in 2011. This program wiU continue
to grow going forward. serving nearly
students at 100 high schools by 2019.

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To continue growing Chicago's participation in college-level coursework and climbing college enrollment rates.
Mayor Emanuel recently set an ambitious new goal of ensuring that at least half of all students earn college credit
by 2019. Additionally. the Emanuel Administration wm encourage students to take advantage of these free
programs and earn a semester's worth of credit before they graduate from high school.

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Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>


Monday, August 15, 2016 5:07:50 PM
Jerry Seib <jerry.seib@wsj.com>
Chicago Educational Gains.docx

Jerry,
It's back to school season already and as we're getting ready to welcome 400,000 kids back to class in a few
weeks, I wanted to share the educational gains that our kids have made with you. It is really our best kept secret.
I hope you are as proud of their progress as I am.
Rahm

Chicago's Best Kept Secret: Historic Academic Gains Since 2011


Facts You Should Know

Few across the country know that the students of the Chicago Public Schools - the nation's third
largest school district with a student population that is more than 85% low income - have outt,aced
the academic growth of their national peers in both math and reading, while reaching historic highs
for average ACT score, freshmen-on-track to graduate rate, graduation rate, and college attendance.
These improvements set Chicago apart from other large urban districts and are a testament to the
hard work of CPS students, parents, principals, and teachers.

Reading and Math:


According to NAEP, "the Nation's Report Card," CPS students were among the national leaders in
gains for both 8th grade math and 4thgrade reading on the national benchmark assessment In fact,
Chicago was one of only three urban districts - joining Washington DC and Miami-Dade - to have
experienced academic growth in math and reading in both the 4th and 8th grades in 2015.

Math Results
Fourth grade CPS students added to their 2013 nation-leading ?-point growth in math with
another 1-point increase, for an 18-point gain since 2003 - nearly half of this growth has
taken place since 2011.
Eighth grade CPS students achieved the greatest growth in the nation among their urban
peers in math, registering growth of 6 scale-score points since 2013, up 21 points since
2003.

Reading Results
In reading, fourth grade CPS students achieved the third highest growth in the nation
among their urban peers with growth of7 scale-score points since 2013 and 10 points since
2011. Of the 15 points in i:rowth achieved by CPS 4th graders since 2003, two-thirds took
place between 2011 - 15.
Eighth grade CPS students posted an average growth of 4 scale-score points in reading since
2013, for an average growth of9 scale-score points since 2003.

Grad rates and on track data (Class qf20151:


While graduation rates have grown over the course of the past two decades, according to the
University of Chicago, the most rapid gains in graduation rates have taken place since 2010. The
CPS graduation rate climbed 9.9 points in the 12 years prior to 2011; since 2011 the CPS graduation
rate has climbed by 13 points. By comparison, since 2011 the national 4-year high school
graduation rate has increased by 3 points from 79% to 82%. If current trends continue, the 201516 graduation rate will reach 72-3%, meaning the graduation rate will have increased by more than
one-fourth since 2011.

Test scores:

Last year's ACT results for graduating seniors mark an encouraging five-year trend of ACT
improvement across CPS schools, climbing from 17.2 in 2011 to 18.2 in 2015 - the highest on
record. After 5 years offlat scores that hovered around 17 priorto 2011, ACT scores have climbed
significantly to reach this new high,

College Enrollment:
According to the University of Chicago, the college enrollment rates for CPS students are on par
with national rates. Jn 2015, the four-year coUege enrolfment rate for 2014 CPS high school
graduates was 42% compared to 44% nationa)ly. The CPS rate is up from 33% in 2006.
Additionally, 20% of CPS graduates enrolled in a two-year college, making the overall college
enrollment rate 62%, compared to 68% nationally.

Attendance:
The district attendance rate for SY15 increased from 93.1 o/o to 93.2%, a new high for CPS. Over five
years, attendance rates have increased 1.7 percentage points.

Gates Millennium Scholars:


For seven of the last eight years, CPS has led the nation in the number of Gates Millennium
Scholarship recipients. Established in 1999, the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program Is funded
by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is designed to remove barriers
to education for high-performing, low-income students.

Top High Schools:


U.S. News and World Report recognized seven CPS high schools as among the top ten schools in the
state, and four of them were also ranked nationally.

Making Computer Science a Graduation Requirement:


In 2016 the Chicago Public Schools became the first school district in the country to make computer
science a high school graduation requirement.

Advanced Placement and Co/Tege Credit:


Since 2011, CPS student participation in AP coilege-Ievel coursework has increased by 31 o/o to
reach a total of more than 20,000 students taking the exam, while the number of students earning a
passing score-at least a 3 or higher-on at least one AP exam has increased over 61%. The pass
rate for the exam has increased among all ethnic groups, including among African-American and
Latino students. CPS is among just 14 school districts in the country and is the only district of its
size to be lauded on the College Board Honor Roll for: (1) 30% or greater enrollment in AP classes
of American Indians, African-Americans and Latino students; (2) 30% or greater enrollment oflowincome students; and (3) achieving this distinction for multiple years.

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Joe Moore <joe@joemoore.org>


Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:19:34 PM
Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>
Re: Announcement of proposed Decatur move/Field-Kilmer merger

Which parents? All the schools affected by my proposal together or separately? Of just CPS parents in general?
Alderman Joe Moore
City of Chicago, 49th Ward
http://www.ward49.com
On Tue, Aug 16, 2016 at 4:17 PM, Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com
<mailto:mayor_re@rahmemail.com> > wrote:
Some point I would like to do a reception with parents
Sent from my iPhone
On Aug 16, 2016, at 4:13 PM, Joe Moore <joe@joemoore.org <mailto:joe@joemoore.org> > wrote:

Mayor,
My statement announcing my proposal went out this afternoon. Here's a link to the post on my website. So far,
the response has been good.
http://www.ward49.com/news/a1derman-moore-offers-proposa1-to-enhance-public-education-in-rogers-park/
<http://www.ward49.com/news/a1derman-moore-offers-proposal-to-enhance-public-education-in-rogers-park/>
Alderman Joe Moore
City of Chicago, 49th Ward
http://www.ward49.com

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Wednesday, August 24, 2016 8:02:35 PM

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Rahm Emanuel <mayor_re@rahmemail.com>

Subject:

Re: Chicago PD

Mayor, plans are coming together for our townhall tomorrow evening. The City of Chicago has been very hospitable. The folks
at the South Side YMCA have been especially great. And we have athletes, community leaders and kids participating and
coming to fill out the audience. The one remaining issue is we don't have representation from Chicago police, and feel like
that is essential. Police Supt. Eddie Johnson Is in DC. The person who was suggested by police officials to replace him, Chief of
Patrol Fred Waller, is apparently now unavailable. Our bookers and producers have been working with Melissa Stratton and
Anthony Guglielmi to get someone from Chicago PD, but we have yet to be successful and running out of time.
We realize there is a funeral tomorrow for the slain son of an officer, another horrible tragedy. We want to
Incorporate/acknowledge this tragic death in some way into our program.

I am wondering if you could help on this matter or otherwise have thoughts for us on how to handle so that we include police
perspective into our townhall? A cop from the beat on the South Side, for Instance, would be fantastic. Or other options. I
don't know that it has to be a high-ranking official.
Many thanks,
Kevin

Kevin Merida
SVP/Editor-in-Chief
The Undefeated
Kevin.Merida@espn.com
Twitter: @meridak

From: Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com>


Date: Monday, August 15, 2016 at 10:43 PM
To: "Merida, Kevin" <Kevin.Merida@espn.com>
Subject: Re:
Flynn from Milwaukee
Sent from my !Phone
On Aug 15, 2016, at 8:13 PM, Merida, Kevin <Kevin.Merida@espn.com> wrote:
Mayor, another question for you. it turns out that Eddie Johnson is out of town and thus unavailable for our
townhall. Do you have a recommendation of another police official to include on one of our panels?
Best,
Kevin

Kevin Merida
SVP/Edltor-in-Chlef
The Undefeated
Kevin.Merida@espn.com
Twitter: @meridak

From: Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com>


Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 12:39 PM
To: "Merida, Kevin" <Kevin.Merlda@espn.com>
Subject: Re:
Do you need more?
Sent from my iPhone
On Aug 10, 2016, at 11:36 AM, Merida, Kevin <Kevin.Merida@espn.com> wrote:
Thanks so much, Mayor ... this is very helpful.
Best,
Kevin

Kevin Merida
SVP/Editor-in-Chief
The Undefeated
Kevin.Merida@espn.com
Twitter: @meridak

From: Rahm Emanuel <mayor re@rahmemail.com>


Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 12:16 PM
To: "Merida, Kevin" <Kevin.Merlda@espn.com>
Subject: <no subject>
Hello Kevin - it was great speaking with you yesterday. Below is a list to start with. Hope you find
it helpful. Let me know if you need anything else.

Rahm

Jerry Refnsdorf- Owner, MLB Chicago White Sox and NBA, Chicago Bulls

Phone: 312
Email: flatbush@chisox.com

Kamau Murray- Founder, XS Tennis


phone: 872-

XS Tennis was founded by Kamau Murray in 2005. He is now the President/CEO of XS Tennis and
Executive Director of XSTEF. Kamau Murray grew up on Chicago's South Side where he was
introduced to tennis in a free after school CPS program. Kamau coached 20 year old Taylor

Townsend, from Chicago, who competed in the French Open.

Israel ldonoie-former NFL Chicago Bears player

Phone: 847
Email:

The Israel ldonije Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, committed to


Impacting underserved communities by providing programs focused on social and emotional life
skills. After School Program: In partnership with The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps
Community Center at 119th street, Team IIF runs a robust After-School Program servicing 30-40
students from the surrounding area providing a safe and constructive place for teens every
weekday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Kroc Center draws from several surrounding schools including
Higgins, Coleman, Garvey, Shoop, Whistler, West Pullman, Curtis, Haley, Morgan Park, Fenger,
Percy Julian and others.

Andrea Zepp

Phone: 773Email: Andrea.Zopp@cityofchicago.org

Andrea Zepp serves as Deputy Mayor and Chief Neighborhood Development Officer of the City of
Chicago. Andrea drives Mayor Rahm Emanuel's neighborhood strategy designed to improve the
quality of life In every corner of the city. Zepp is also the former president and CEO of the Chicago
Urban League.

Pastor, Torrey Barrett

Phone: 708-

Pastor Torrey Barrett owns a youth center named K.L.E.O. Community Family Life Center
(www.thekleocenter.org). The goal of the center is to bring about change in the lives of its
participants by fostering an atmosphere of unity by teaching them to Keep Loving Each Other. In
March of 2007 tragedy struck the Barrett family and Torrey's younger sister Klee Barrett was
killed due to a domestic violence Incident. The incident affected the lives of many people In the
Chicago community and called for action to be put into place in order to stop future incidents.
Torrey and his family immediately went into action and created two none-for-profit entities that
address the need of irradiating domestic violence and building character and self-esteem to
address the needs of the troubled youth of his community.

Pastor, Leon Finney

Phone: 773
Email:

Finney is most identified with The Woodlawn Organization and Woodlawn


Community Development Corporation, a community development initiative. His
leadership of the organization and its $190,000,000 in real estate investments has
inspired many other communities across the countiy to initiate similar community
development programs. He founded the Christ Apostolic Church, now Metropolitan
Apostolic Community Church, and serves as its Pastor.

Isiah Thomas

Phone: 914

Email: thomas@isiahinternational.com

Inspired by his mother's work to improve the lives of disadvantaged women and families, Isiah
Thomas founded Mary's Court in her honor to support the health, safety and personal
achievement of Chicago's youth and youth around the country. Mary's Court works to provide
opportunities to families and empowers children to reach their full potential as healthy and smart
members of their community. Works also with The Peace League and Windy City Hoops.

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