CICS Patriots

About CICS Patriots, Rockford Charter School

CICS Patriots, Rockford Charter School is a tuition-free elementary school serving grades K-4 in the fall of 2010, expanding to K-5 in 2011.  CICS Patriots is an independent public school-of-choice that is highly accountable for student achievement, and committed to fostering a partnership between parents, teachers, and students.

CICS Patriots, Rockford Charter School
615 South Fifth Street
Rockford, IL  61104
815.316.0093 (phone)
815.316.0091 (fax)
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Tuition-free

• No interviews or test score requirements for admission
• Open to all School District 205 residents
• Transportation provided by the Rockford School District in accordance with district busing policy

Academic Offering

CICS Patriots, Rockford Charter School offers students a college preparatory academic program that includes:

• Core values & character education
• Code of conduct
• Monthly assessments to monitor achievement and inform instruction 
• Technology integrated into instruction
• Family, student, teacher conferences four times annually
• Highly engaging instruction and a motivating learning environment

About the Principal

Principal Charo Chaney, a Rockford native, graduated from Auburn High School and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Eastern Illinois and a Masters of Science in Educational Administration from Northern Illinois University. Ms. Chaney began her teaching career at Lewis Lemon Elementary School, and then served as an Assistant Principal at Ellis Arts Academy and at Lincoln Middle School.  Ms. Chaney enjoys spending time with her husband, a Rockford firefighter and former District 205 educator, and her two young boys.  Ms. Chaney is proud to lead Patriots Charter School and continue her service to the deserving children of Rockford, Illinois.

About Chicago International Charter Schools

Chicago International Charter School (CICS), a frontrunner in thought leadership in the school reform movement, was founded on the belief that every child has the right to a high quality education.

The mission of Chicago International

To provide, through innovation and choice, an attractive and rigorous college-preparatory education that meets the needs of today’s students.

Enrollment FAQ

What is CICS Patriots, Rockford Charter School?

CICS Patriots is an elementary charter school that opens August 2010 with a school day and school year that are longer than those of traditional public schools. Also in place will be a school uniform policy, a code of conduct, and a college preparatory curriculum. Students will be eligible for transportation provided by the Rockford School District in accordance with district busing policy.

Where is CICS Patriots located, and will more grades be added?

CICS Patriots Charter School is located in Rockford's Mid Town District at Patriots' Gateway Center. The school will open with 270 students in grades K-4 and will expand to K-5 in 2011.  Plans are in place to open a 6-12 campus at another location in 2012.

Who will attend the school?

Any child residing in School District 205 who will be entering grades K-3 in the fall of 2010 may apply.

How do I enroll my child in CICS Patriots?

Parents must complete a New Student Application and fax, mail or drop it off at the Patriots Center.

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Application Tips:

• Remember to include your child's age. most recent grade and proof of residency in School District 205.
• We recommend that you call a week after submitting your application to confirm its receipt.
• Students who apply after the lottery date will be assigned a place at the requested campus, if space is available, or on the appropriate waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis.

Contact CICS Patriots

For more information email us or call 815-316-0093