Catalyst Students

Admissions

What sort of student are we looking for at the Catalyst Schools? We’re looking for a student who is curious, interested, interesting, athletic, energetic, enthusiastic, talented, intelligent, promising, aspiring, inspiring, into daydreaming, into creating, into inventing, filled with hope, filled with respect for others, or filled with a desire to grow up to be a successful member of society.

If any of these descriptions fit someone you know, we invite you to learn more about the admissions process at the Catalyst Schools—Circle Rock Charter in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, the Catalyst Schools—Howland Charter in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood, and the Catalyst Schools—Maria Charter in Chicago’s Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

The Catalyst Schools welcome applications from all students living in Chicago.

Circle Rock Charter Admissions

Circle Rock Charter, located in Austin, can enroll up to 520 K–8 students.

Howland Charter Admissions

Howland Charter, located in North Lawndale, can enroll up to 520 K–8 students.

Maria Charter Admissions

Maria Charter, located in Chicago Lawn, can enroll 1,100 K–12 students.

The Schools

The Catalyst Schools include the campuses of Circle Rock Charter and Howland Charter.

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Admissions

The Catalyst Schools welcome applications from students of all background and from all Chicagoland neighborhoods.

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The Catalyst Schools are able to fulfill their mission thanks to the generosity of our donors.

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