Services

	Before and After School Programs Before and after school programs provide a safe, fun environment for all students to participate in academic, leisure and recreational activities outside of the traditional school day. Students are exposed to a variety of experiences including sports, literacy, and technology.

	Bike Parking Bike Parking is an essential part of bicycling facilities in all cities, providing the bicyclist with a secure place to lock their bike at their trip destination.

	Enroll in a School Enrollment decisions should be made in the best educational interest of your child. In addition to your neighborhood school, CPS offers a variety of programs that appeal to students' interests and talents.

	Extreme Weather and Emergency Services The Department of Family and Support Services works with other city departments to help residents through periods of severe weather.

	Find a School Find public schools in Chicago by entering the school name, its zip code, and/or by selecting from the search options below.

	Find/Get A Flu Shot Find/Get a Flu Shot

	Get Shots (Vaccines) Our clinics provide Vaccines, Shots, Immunizations for Elementary, High School and College students, flu & pneumonia and more.

	HomeMod - Accessible Funding Brochure Sponsored by the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD), the HomeMod Program will allow people with disabilities, who are under the age of sixty, to receive home modifications that make their living environment accessible.

	Infant/Toddler Programs Parents seeking care for infants and toddlers can access an array of quality options through programs administered by DFSS. Programs provide a secure, nurturing environment that stimulates growth and development for infants to age three.

	Jumping Jack Program Each year, the Jumping Jack delights children across Chicago. This inflatable playground, provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, is available for free, all summer long.

	Kids Section The Chicago Fire Department encourages children to check out the following fun activities!

	Library Services Services are provided by the Chicago Public Library free of charge; some may require a valid library card.

	Preschool Programs Children exposed to early child care and education programs get the advantage they need to succeed in school and beyond. Making new friends or discovering new concepts are just some of the exciting encounters children have in early care.

	Register for Park District Programs Online Program information available for viewing online at the Chicago Park District website

	School Age Programs Out-of-school time is a crucial period for a young person's development. Then Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (FSS) funds organizations that provide a variety of fun, challenging and safe ways for young people to develop self-esteem, a sense of responsibility and life skills.

	Shelter System The City of Chicago, Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) funds a network of community based shelters that support individuals who are in crisis and the chronically homeless.

	Summer Nutrition Program When school is out for the summer, Chicago residents 18 years of age or younger can access free, nutritional meals at dozens of locations around the city through the Summer Nutrition Program.

	The Office of Adolescent and School Health The Office of Adolescent and School Health (OASH) maximizes resources to promote and improve children's health throughout Chicago.