Dear Tubman Families,

We hope you had a fantastic weekend! The Friends of Tubman (FOT) Fall Fest on Saturday was a huge success—thank you to everyone who joined us! The costumes were incredible, and the Trunk or Treat event showed off the amazing spirit of our community. If you missed the fun, be sure to check out our photos on Facebook and Instagram!

Important Announcements

This week brings exciting news about after-school programming and a key opportunity for parental leadership:

• Mandarin Classes Return! We are thrilled to announce that we are offering Mandarin language classes again this year for our K-5 students. Please check the flyer attached below for registration details and how to enroll your child.

• LSC Openings: We are actively seeking two parent representatives and one community member to serve on our Local School Council (LSC). This is a vital way to lead and guide our school. Please review the letter below for more information on responsibilities and how to apply.

• Reminder: Student-Led Conferences are taking place on Monday, October 27. We look forward to partnering with you and your child during this important time!

• Book Swap – October 27. Our Student Council and Ms. Leventis are hosting a Book Swap on Monday, October 27th during Student-Led Conferences! Families can donate clean, gently used children’s books for any age in the weeks leading up to the event. Look for donation bins on each floor. On the day of the swap, families are welcome to “shop” for new-to-you books—please bring your own bags! All remaining books will be donated to Open Books. Questions? Email Ms. Leventis at cgleventis@cps.edu.

In Partnership,



Principal Hammaker

Sports

Please make sure to remind your students that cell phone use is not permitted during practice hours. While we understand that parents need to communicate with their child, practice time is strictly for practice.

Girls Varsity Volleyball - Congratulations on your win vs Chase 2-0 on Saturday!

Tuesday 10/21 • HOME vs Alcott A (White) @ 3:15pm (players arrive immediately after school in the gym for warm-ups)

Thursday 10/23 • HOME vs Alcott B (Blue) @ 4pm (players arrive at 3:30pm for warm-ups...but the gym will be available for the players after school also)

Saturday 10/25 • CPS match vs Prescott @ 12pm (players arrive at 11:30am...JV plays immediately afterwards)

Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball

Monday 10/20 • 3-4:00pm: Practice @ Tubman

Wednesday 10/22 • 3-5pm practice and scrimmage vs St James @ 4pm at Tubman

Saturday 10/25 • CPS Match vs Audobon at 12:45pm at Clemente HS (players arrive by 12:15pm for warm ups)

Boys Soccer (5th-6th)

Please pick up students at Jonquil Park by 4:30 PM. Anyone not picked up will be walked back to Tubman.

Wednesday 10/22 • 3-4:30pm: Final Practice @ Jonquil Park

Out of School Time

The CPS High School Admissions Test (HSAT) make up date for our students is Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

The GoCPS Application for the 2026-27 School Year Opened on Tuesday, September 23, 2025!

Families with children entering grades K-9 looking to apply to programs outside of their attendance area school can do so via the GoCPS application, which is open from 10am on September 23 until 5pm on Friday, November 14, 2025. Students who plan to attend their neighborhood school’s general education program are guaranteed a seat and do not have to apply to attend.

Visit GoCPS to:

• Watch an overview video explaining the GoCPS application process.
• Research and compare schools and find open houses.
• Learn about eligibility and requirements for different program types.  
• Get information on the High School Admissions Test (HSAT) administered to current CPS 8th graders on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, during the school day.
• Apply to and rank schools in order of preference by November 14.

How to Apply

• The GoCPS application platform transitioned last year to Enrollwise at apply.cps.edu. 
• For current CPS students, the primary guardian listed in Aspen will be used as the guardian designated to register their student for the GoCPS application process. The email and phone number that were provided to your school are in Aspen and have been used to create an account. When you log on to the application for the first time, you will reset your password and be able to access your account. 
• You can update the application until November 14 at 5pm. Make sure you’ve clicked “submit” on your application by that time.
• You do not have to complete the application in one sitting. You can update the application, including re-ranking programs, until Friday, November 14, at 5pm. Make sure you’ve clicked “submit” on your application by that time.

Important Information

• Confirm that any sibling or staff information is reflected in your student’s Aspen to qualify for those preferences.
• You can select up to 20 Choice and 6 Selective Enrollment programs per category (3 for EL Regional Gifted Centers).
• All students applying to elementary and high school will rank both Choice and Selective Enrollment programs in order of preference.

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.

Helpful Resources

Family Facing Training Deck-English

Family Facing Training Deck-Spanish

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