Present & Accountable: A Year of Service in CPS District 10
What showing up looks like — from the Boardroom to the Block.
Why This Report
This report is a commitment to transparency. When families send their children to CPS schools, they are placing extraordinary trust in the people elected to govern. That trust must be honored — not with rhetoric, but with evidence of consistent, meaningful service.
Accountability is not just about showing up to meetings. It is about stewardship of public resources, advocating for equitable outcomes, and ensuring that every decision centers the students and communities of District 10.
Governance Is Showing Up
In Year One, District 10's representative drafted a superintendent accountability resolution that received a unanimous vote from the full Board — setting a new standard for how elected members can drive responsible governance from Day One.
From the Boardroom to the Block
School Visits
- 60+ schools visited across the district
- Listening to students, educators, and staff on the ground
- Observing classrooms, lunchrooms, and after-school programs
- Building relationships with school leaders and LSCs
Community Listening
- Monthly community forums open to all District 10 families
- Student cohort convenings focused on youth voice
- Regular office hours for parents and community members
- Partnerships with local organizations and faith communities
You can't govern what you don't understand.
What Showing Up Has Meant
Raising the Standard for Board Accountability
Establishing that elected board members should be measured by their presence, preparation, and follow-through — not just their votes.
Grounding Governance in Real School Experience
Ensuring that decisions made at the board level reflect what is actually happening inside classrooms, hallways, and school communities every day.
Expanding Access Between Board & Community
Creating regular, meaningful opportunities for families, students, and educators to engage directly with their elected representative.
Modeling Inquiry Over Performance
Prioritizing thoughtful questions, deep listening, and collaborative problem-solving over grandstanding or political theatre at board meetings.
Bridging Culture, Belonging & Education
Recognizing that student success depends not only on curriculum and resources, but on whether students feel seen, valued, and safe in their schools.
Fiscal Stewardship & Long-Term Stability
Responsible governance means responsible budgeting. In Year One, District 10's representative consistently advocated for sustainable financial planning — opposing unsound borrowing practices and pushing for budget transparency at every level.
Protecting taxpayer dollars is not just a fiscal issue; it is an equity issue. When resources are mismanaged, the students and communities with the least are the ones who lose the most.
Looking Ahead: Year Two Commitments
Year One was about learning, listening, and laying the groundwork. Year Two is about building on that foundation — focusing on equitable policy shaped by student experience and data, not politics.
Responsible Stewardship of Resources
Continuing to push for transparent, sustainable budgeting that puts students first and protects long-term fiscal health.
Transparent, Accountable Governance
Expanding public reporting, community engagement, and clear communication about how decisions are made.
Elevating Student Voice
Deepening the student cohort program and ensuring youth perspectives directly inform board priorities and policy.
Ongoing School & Community Engagement
Expanding school visits, community forums, and partnerships to reach every corner of District 10.
Stay Engaged
This work only moves forward with you. Whether you attend a community forum, visit a school, or simply stay informed — your engagement is what makes District 10 stronger.