Uhlich Academy and High School

The Uhlich Academy and High School is an innovative first through twelfth grade year-round therapeutic day school.  A special education curriculum is used by experienced staff to help students who have experienced difficulties in previous school settings and who benefit from a smaller, more individualized classroom setting. 

Our school is a part of the Chicago Public School system, and our students come to Uhlich Academy and High School after it has been determined that standard CPS school structures are not the best way for these students to learn. Each child enrolled in Uhlich Academy and High School comes with a unique set of needs.  In striving to meet these needs, we use a staff-intense environment to meet the needs of the individual student.  Our children, while coming from diverse and distinct backgrounds, have all experienced difficulties in public or private school settings.  Many have become discouraged about learning.  We help them to see schooling in a positive light and to reach their highest potential.

Our Special Education curiculum emphasizes math and language arts.  Individual Education Plans are developed, and we work with parents and other advisors to ensure that children receive the most effective instruction.

We strive to prepare each child academically, behaviorally and socially for life after graduation.  Our High School curriculum meets Chicago Public School graduation requirements by combining computer technology with Special Education methods.  Fully equipped computer labs offer interactive learning programs and internet access.

Our specialized staff offers a variety of supportive services including speech and occupational therapy and therapeutic guidance to promote personal accountability, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.  We also offer a variety of activities during and after the school day.

The Uhlich Academy and High School is located at 3110 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60622.