Chicago Public Schools is participating in the Yale National Initiative to strengthen teaching in public schools®. We are currently taking preliminary steps of exploring the potential that exists and building capacity for the creation of a Teachers Institute for Chicago.
This Web site includes information for teachers, faculty, and administrators interested in learning more about our local efforts and the Teachers Institute Approach.
Our 2026 Yale National Fellows are:
- Yasmine Collins, Robert L. Grimes Elementary
- Shondra Cooper, Barton Elementary School
- Nancy Ibarra, Seward Communication Arts Academy
- Stephany Jimenez, Seward Communication Arts Academy
Chicago Teacher Fellows 