CICS West Belden

2245 North McVicker Avenue

School District

Chicago Public Schools
Grade

K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on September 12, 2024

This is another school that acts like LOCAL RACISM doesn't exist in schools and it does. Due to the demographics changing in the community and it becoming largely SPANISH SPEAKING, the rest of the children are suffering. Due to the lack of SPANISH SPEAKING teachers, it's hard to communicate with some of the staff because they don't speak English! Some of the staff are more harassing than the students! They have a gymnasium full of Spanish speaking countries and nothing else! They have children of different non- Hispanic origin that attend, so there is no diversity and inclusion programs enforcement . They don't even have a grading system here other than if your child is learning or not! The staff was completely INCOMPETENT! I was notified that my child was accepted, completed all forms, and reached out to the school numerous times. I was told that I would get a call back and didn't for two weeks. I notified headquarters who contacted the school and reassured me that CICS WEST BELDEN would contact me. Again , they didn't! Headquarters couldn't believe I still had no response from CICS! I had to email the principal and inform her about her staff's incompetency and lack of care in enrolling my child to school! After starting late, they attempted to make us at fault for her makeup work and testing! Her teacher was new and couldn't explain the grading system!
Submitted by student on February 21, 2024

It is the most amazing school ever and the teachers are very supportive
Submitted by parent on November 16, 2022

I found an ant in my milk, The teachers are sexist.My friend Alex got smacked hard in the arm for not listening to the teacher.One of the teachers brought a Glock just for ´´protection´´
Submitted by parent on October 03, 2014

Iam a parent at CICS West Belden. I have 3 children attending. I remember my daughter's first day of kindergarden I felt welcomed and I noticed the big smiles of all the teachers and staff ready to start a great school year. This school is truly the best. The teachers are wonderful. They work very hard to help our children reach their goals. My kids love their school. I very proud to be part of the West Belden community.
Submitted by parent on March 15, 2014

I am a Parent at CICS West Belden, Me and my Children LOVES this School so much because they Inspire you to be the best you can be, And you stay connected with your Child's Education. When i walk into CICS WestBelden, I get Full Respect and my Children. The Teachers are so Amazing there. I have 4 Children that goes to CICS WestBelden. And they Love this School,I am Always and be proud to say my Child has gotten their Education from this school Its full with GREATNESS!!
Submitted by parent on September 12, 2013

The teachers and staff at the school exhibit excellent teamwork. The seem to genuinely be working for the good of the students. The teachers and other staff care about the curriculum and overall well-being of the students. I notice the principal involved on a day to day basis.
Submitted by teacher on February 21, 2011

West Belden's teachers and staff work together to help all students achieve their greatest potential!
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2011

I have three children who attend this school, and we have been involved there for 6 years. Each year gets progressively better. The teachers work with the parents to ensure that every child learns to their fullest potential. The new teachers are mentored by the seasoned ones, and strategies identified to help in areas of challenge. We are very proud of our entire school community.
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2011

As a parent I'm very happy that i have the choice to send my son to WEST BELDEN. This school is absolutely great indeed. The teachers really do care for the students success. They help our kids achieve their reading goals and math skills. WEST BELDEN prepares our children to not only succeed in school but also outside of it. WEST BELDEN is truly a wonderful school that can open many doors for children. I'm proud to say that my child is a BULLDOG.