A coeducational day school serving students JK-12

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Inspiring Lives of Purpose and Excellence

For more than 135 years, the Latin School of Chicago has provided an educational experience that empowers students to tinker, make mistakes, ask questions, and change how they see the world around them. We put our students at the heart of everything we do, embrace their uniqueness, and encourage their curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and empathy. We also ensure that every Latin Learner has what they need to pursue their passions and lead lives of purpose and excellence.

 

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The Latin Experience

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Learn why Latin is one of Chicago’s most highly respected independent schools, and how we help our nearly 1,200 JK-12 students realize their full potential.

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Discover how our research-based approach to education and our Portrait of a Latin Learner help prepare our students for a successful future.

Life at Latin

Check out our wide array of co-curricular activities (arts, clubs, affinity groups, etc.) and see how they strengthen our commitment to developing the whole child.


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Find out how you can help us meet the needs of every student we serve.

Stay Connected

Become a part of our growing alumni network that includes Romans from across the country and around the world.

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Congratulations to the cast and crew of “Much Ado About Nothing.” The Upper School Winter Play was a smashing success.

Bravo, Romans!

Check out photos from the show below.  

Find this story on Latin's Instagram page.

Read the description of the production: 

The Upper School Winter Play: Much Ado About Nothing is performing February 5, 6, and 7 at 7:00 PM in the Wrigley Theatre with a preview performance February 4 at 4:45 PM. 25 cast members and 10 crew members have learned to interpret the elevated and poetic language of the Bard and bring this classic play to life in a beautiful production. Much Ado About Nothing is a comedy by William Shakespeare where a seemingly perfect romance between Hero and Claudio is shattered by a malicious plot, leading to a whirlwind of misunderstandings and accusations. Meanwhile, the only thing Beatrice and Benedick have in common is that they are both firmly anti-marriage, but despite the witty barbs they throw at each other, they are fooled into admitting their true feelings. Come watch one of Shakespeare's most hilarious plays, where despite the "much ado" of pride, deception, and intrigue, true love prevails.

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Latin’s seventh grade classes created a “Take What You Need” bulletin board to help students, faculty, and staff navigate the winter blues and manage stress. The board is filled with notes of encouragement that the seventh graders wrote under themes like resilience, confidence, kindness, focus and hope.

Anyone passing by the board who needs a little inspiration or a quick pick-me-up is invited to take a note. 

A big shoutout to our seventh graders for their thoughtful effort in fostering positivity and support within our Middle School community. 

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On Thursday, February 6, students gathered for the Life After Latin event, an opportunity to connect with alumni and explore future career paths. With 33 alumni speakers representing 12 different industries—from the visual arts to investment banking—students had a diverse range of perspectives to choose from. Spanning graduating classes from 1969 to 2018, these speakers shared their personal journeys, offering insight into life beyond the Latin experience. Held during community time, the event created an engaging and interactive space where students could freely explore potential career interests.

One of the highlights of Life After Latin was the diverse range of speakers, including a published children’s author and a physicist, showcasing the many different paths alumni have taken. Students had the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, asking questions tailored to their interests. Whether hearing about the creative process behind writing books for young readers or gaining insight into the complexities of the physical world, students were exposed to a wealth of knowledge and experience. The event not only highlighted the vast possibilities beyond Latin but also reinforced the strength of the alumni network, leaving students inspired and excited for their own futures. View more photos from the event here.

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Latin’s Upper School chess team is headed to state! 

The Romans punched their ticket to Peoria with a strong showing at the Evanston sectional tournament that included two match wins and a number of outstanding individual performances. 

We congratulate the team on its success at sectionals, and wish them the best of luck at state February 14-15. 
 

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