Dear Tubman Families,

Thank you to all of the parents who were able to attend our Open House last Thursday—it was wonderful to see so many of you in the building and engaged in your child’s learning community. During Open House, I also shared a presentation on Understanding Bullying: Prevention and Intervention. For families who were not able to attend, you can view the presentation here:

• SY26 Tubman Bullying Parent Presentation

• SPANISH SY26 Tubman Bullying Parent Presentation

We are also excited to share that Tubman has received $22,750 in funding for Out of School Time (OST) programming this year. These funds will support additional enrichment opportunities for our students beyond the school day. Mr. Hall is our OST Lead, and he will be sharing more details soon! 

Finally, as we continue to evaluate our partnership with the YMCA for both lunch/recess supervision and aftercare, we value your input. Please take a few moments to complete the YMCA Feedback Form here so we can better understand your experiences and needs.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support—it truly helps us make Tubman a special place.

Warmly,

Principal Hammaker

GO CPS Fall Application & Testing Timeline 

• 9/23/2025: GO CPS application opens for Families Applying to K through 9th grade at 10AM.
• 10/8/2025: CPS HSAT for Current CPS Students.
• 10/15/2025: CPS HSAT for current CPS Students, alternative language.
• 11/14/2025: GO CPS application closes for Families Applying to K through 9th grade at 5PM.

Click here for a guide to the HSAT (High School Admissions Test). Tubman 8th grade students will be administered the HSAT at Tubman.

There will be a series of live training sessions for families to become familiar with the fall GOCPS admissions process. Families are encouraged to attend any of the training sessions listed below. Families can also sign up for training via the link on the GOCPS website.

Click here for GOCPS Informational videos on the application process.

Open House Information

Please make sure your student's Emergency Form with current information has been turned into the main office. It is important for your student's correct address to be entered in ASPEN.

Sports

Girls Varsity Volleyball

Thursday • 3:30pm: Scrimmage at Tubman (vs Hamilton)

Friday • 4:15pm: Scrimmage at Tubman (vs Hawthorne)

-7th grade only

Saturday • 9:45am: CPS match at Clemente High School (vs Goethe)

Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball

Wednesday • 3-4pm: Practice at Tubman

Thursday • 3-4pm: Practice at Tubman

Co-Ed Cross Country (5th-8th)

Monday • 3-4:30pm: Practice at Jonquil Park

Thursday • 3-4:30pm: Practice at Jonquil Park

Out of School Time

We received our funding budget for SY26 Out of School Time (OST). Mr. Hall, our OST Lead, is now working on the details for the Fall programs. Details to come soon!

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Friends of Tubman is an all-volunteer group of parents and caregivers dedicated to making Tubman a great school for all students through fundraising and community events. Please click here Subscribe to Friends of Tubman to subscribe to FOT emails to receive information on upcoming fundraisers, community events, and learn how to get involved.

Volunteers must complete the CPS volunteer registration and volunteer approval is valid for one school year.

CLICK HERE to learn about the volunteer process and begin registration! Upon completion of the online application, all volunteers must bring their ID to Ms. Martinez at the main office for their application to be processed.

Level 2 Volunteer Activities at Tubman

• Field Trip Chaperone (For day trips, with CPS staff)
• Halloween Classroom Celebration Attendee
• Valentine's Day Classroom Celebration Attendee
• Assisting with Popcorn Fridays
• Reading a book to a class
• Guest speaker for a class

Level 1 Volunteer Activities at Tubman

• Field Trip Chaperone (For day trips, with breakout group)
• Field Trip Chaperone (For overnight trips)
• Sports Coach
• After-school Program Coordinator

Parent Portal Login

Parent Portal Navigation Guide

Parent Portal Setup Process Video

Parent Portal FAQs

Online Payment via Parent Portal Guide

Online Payment via Parent Portal Video

Online Payment via ePay Login

Online Payment via ePay Guide

E-Absence FAQs

E-Absence Guide Video

E-Absence from Mobile Device Instructions

For additional assistance with Parent Portal or ePay, email the School Clerk, Ms. Martinez, at Rmartinez170@cps.edu

Harriet Tubman Elementary School

2851 N Seminary Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Phone: (773) 534 - 5784 | Fax: (773) 534 - 5784

tubmanelementarycps.org