Chicago Public Schools is participating in the Yale National Initiative to strengthen teaching in public schools®. We are currently taking preliminary steps of exploring the potential that exists and building capacity for the creation of a Teachers Institute for Chicago.
This Web site includes information for teachers, faculty, and administrators interested in learning more about our local efforts and the Teachers Institute Approach.
Our 2025 Yale National Fellows are:
- Yasmine Collins, John H. Kinzie Elementary School
- John Engelbreit, Back of the Yards College Preparatory School
- Zanneta Kubajak, Owen Scholastic Academy
- Adriana Lopez, Back of the Yards College Preparatory School
- Francisco Nuno, James Shields Middle School
- Sharon Ponder, Carter School of Excellence
- Emily Porter, Marie Sklodowska Curie Metropolitan High School, Marine Leadership Academy
Chicago Teacher Fellows 