Amplify Parent Power
We help families understand education and policy data so that they can navigate to and advocate for high-quality public schools for their children and communities. We do this through direct services that include one-on-one support, informational events, leadership development opportunities, and community-based convenings and presentations.
Shape Policy
Together with parents, we partner with city, district, and school leadership to design and implement education policies that make families a priority.
Share the Facts
We provide unbiased data expertise to community and district stakeholders alike, which helps leaders make more inclusive decisions.
Connect with a Team Member in Your Community
We are here to help families get the very best education for their students. Our team will help you find the right resources and take the next steps to create change.
Explore the people and perspectives behind Kids First Chicago.
Our team and parent leaders are speaking up for what their kids need from public schools.
Living Room/La Sala
Every other month, we bring parents and caregivers together in virtual “living room" settings for casual learning sessions about how the education system works. These conversations are held in both English and Spanish.
A Resilient Chicago
Together, we can create a system where every kid defies gravity—a system that ensures equitable access to quality schools, funding, and transparent information in all communities.