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Aug 6
Back-to-School Arts Partner Gathering
- August 6, 2025
- CAPE Chicago, 1010 W. 35th St, Suite 697, Chicago, IL 60609
REGISTER
Ingenuity is excited to host our Back-to-School Arts Partner Gathering, bringing together arts partners, teaching artists, and CPS collaborators.

Join us as we discuss the power of partnerships grounded in identity, community & relationships, featuring a panel of school leaders and arts partners sharing strengths, challenges, and what we collectively need to build strong and impactful relationships. This session will also share important information on vendor and procurement processes for successful program delivery.

Whether you’re a long-time partner or new to CPS, we invite you to be part of this energizing kickoff to the school year.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Arts partners
- Teaching artists
- CPS collaborators
SESSION OBJECTIVES

Participants will:
- Learn about supports and resources available from Ingenuity and the CPS Department of Arts Education
- Ground in shared values to strengthen relationships with students and school communities
- Connect with peers and build community across the CPS arts education landscape
PARKING AND ACCESSIBILITY
- Free parking is available in the parking lot on site at the west end of the building, where the entrance is.
- Additionally, free parking is available on Aberdeen St nearby and metered parking on 35th St.
- A wheelchair and a staff member to transport individuals from the entrance of the building into the space are available upon request.
- A wheelchair-accessible ramp is available at the entrance to the building.
- Food and refreshments will be served.

Back-to-School Arts Partner Gathering

Ingenuity is excited to host our Back-to-School Arts Partner Gathering, bringing together arts partners, teaching artists, and CPS collaborators.

Join us as we discuss the power of partnerships grounded in identity, community & relationships, featuring a panel of school leaders and arts partners sharing strengths, challenges, and what we collectively need to build strong and impactful relationships. This session will also share important information on vendor and procurement processes for successful program delivery.

Whether you’re a long-time partner or new to CPS, we invite you to be part of this energizing kickoff to the school year.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Arts partners
Teaching artists
CPS collaborators

SESSION OBJECTIVES

Participants will:

Learn about supports and resources available from Ingenuity and the CPS Department of Arts Education
Ground in shared values to strengthen relationships with students and school communities
Connect with peers and build community across the CPS arts education landscape

PARKING AND ACCESSIBILITY

Free parking is available in the parking lot on site at the west end of the building, where the entrance is.
Additionally, free parking is available on Aberdeen St nearby and metered parking on 35th St.
A wheelchair and a staff member to transport individuals from the entrance of the building into the space are available upon request.
A wheelchair-accessible ramp is available at the entrance to the building.
Food and refreshments will be served.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Tapestry: Weaving Equity for Arts Education

On May 14, 2025, Ingenuity raised an incredible $480,000 to expand access to arts education across Chicago! With nearly 250 attendees in the room at Four Seasons Chicago, we celebrated bold leadership, joyful creativity, and a future where every CPS student can thrive through the arts.

We were proud to recognize:

🎓 The Chicago Public Education Fund
🎸 Guitars Over Guns
🏫 Lara Academy
🎖️ CPS CEO Pedro Martinez & Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova

A Surprise to Remember

One of the most unforgettable moments of the night? Our partners C3 Presents, Lollapalooza, On Stage Services Inc., and ATX Backline surprised the Guitars Over Guns Ensemble Band with brand-new instruments—including Fender Stratocaster guitars, a Fender Performer Bass, a wireless mic package, and a full set of electronic drums. What first looked like stage props became a dream come true for these CPS students. This is what happens when we treat the arts as essential. When we believe in young people. When we imagine boldly—together.

📸 View Photos from the 2025 Event