The Catalyst Board of Directors' Academic Committee will hold a meeting on February 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm to review annual and YTD academic data. This meeting will be held by video conference- please contact Catalyst's Director of Administration Michael Kasang at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 773-897-5816 for conference call information.
The Catalyst school communities are excited to celebrate Black History Month throughout February! This provides opportunities to reflect, learn, and celebrate the powerful impact of Black history on our world! We will share events throughout the month and hope you will join us in celebration!
Dear Catalyst families,
To ensure the safety of our scholars, staff, and school communities, Catalyst Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted low temperatures. We are informing families at this time so that arrangements can be made for tomorrow.
Estimadas familias de Catalyst:
Para garantizar la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad escolar, las escuelas Catalyst permanecerán cerradas el viernes 23 de enero de 2026 debido a las bajas temperaturas pronosticadas. Les informamos con anticipación para que puedan hacer los arreglos necesarios para mañana.
Catalyst Schools will be closed to scholars and staff for Winter Break from December 20, 2025- January 4, 2026.
Scholars will return TUESDAY January 6, 2026.
Staff will return Monday January 5, 2026 for Professional Development.
Have a wonderful holiday season and we look forward to an incredible year in 2026!
The Catalyst Board of Directors approved the following minutes at their December 15, 2025 meeting:
September 15, 2025 Board meeting minutes
October 10, 2025 Executive Committee meeting minutes