Launched in 2018, CPS based its SCS model around engaging academic curriculum, high-quality teaching, wrap-around supports, restorative justice discipline, parent engagement and inclusive school leadership.

More sustainable community schools will be making their way to Chicago. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has a direct allegiance to the public school district. At a news conference on Aug. 4, he shared that he became the first mayor to send three children to study at Chicago Public Schools (CPS),

The Chicago Teachers Union, Chicago Public Schools, and Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the addition of 16 sustainable community schools, bringing the total to 36.