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mixedAn AI-written summary of what has been said publicly about health and wellness at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy, gathered from public web pages, parent forums and directory listings. These are not parent reviews and they are not counted in this school's rating.
- CICS Ralph Ellison Academy generally maintains a decent level of cleanliness in the common areas, though classrooms can sometimes vary.
- We appreciate the effort to keep things tidy.
- Illness communication could be more proactive; sometimes we learn about outbreaks after the fact from other parents.
- Their sick-policy enforcement seems consistent for obvious symptoms, but it feels like there's a gray area for milder ones, leading to some kids returning a bit too soon.
Summarized from 4 public mentions, last refreshed Aug 12, 2026. Summaries can be incomplete or out of date. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Fostering college-ready scholars and engaged citizens in Chicago.
CICS Ralph Ellison Academy is a college-preparatory urban high school nestled in Chicago, IL, serving students in grades 9 through 12. This charter school is dedicated to fostering a rigorous academic environment where students are challenged to think critically, develop strong problem-solving skills, and prepare for success in higher education. The curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, ensuring that graduates are well-rounded and ready for the demands of collegiate studies and beyond. Beyond academics, CICS Ralph Ellison Academy emphasizes the importance of character development and community engagement. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and service initiatives that help them grow into responsible and engaged citizens. The school strives to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. With a focus on preparing students for college, the academy provides resources and guidance to help navigate the application process and explore various post-secondary options. At CICS Ralph Ellison Academy, the dedicated faculty and staff are committed to nurturing a vibrant learning community. They work tirelessly to inspire a love of learning and to equip students with the tools they need for a successful future. The school's commitment to academic excellence and holistic development makes it a distinguished choice for families seeking a challenging yet supportive high school experience in an urban setting.
College-preparatory urban high school.
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What parents should know about illness at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy
This is the community health page for CICS Ralph Ellison Academy, a charter in Chicago, IL. Parents here log the illnesses their kids actually come home with, so other families can see what is going around before the school sends a notice. Nothing on this page is medical advice or an official school report: it is what parents in this community have shared, plus public food safety and environmental records where they exist.
No parent has logged an illness at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy in the last 14 days. Quiet stretches are normal, especially outside the winter respiratory season, and they can also mean no one at this school has started logging yet. Being the first family to log helps every parent who checks this page next week.
On the watchlist this month
- Peak season
Summer and early fall
- Mild fever and fussiness
- Painful mouth sores
- Red spots or blisters on hands and feet
- Very common
Back-to-school season
- Persistent scalp itching
- Tickling feeling in hair
- Tiny white eggs (nits) near the scalp
- Common
Back-to-school spike
- Red or pink eye whites
- Itchy or gritty feeling
- Watery or yellow discharge
- AllergiesCommon
Spring pollen, fall ragweed
- Sneezing fits
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Clear runny nose
Good to knowHow illness usually moves through CICS Ralph Ellison Academy
Illness at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy tends to show up first in one group of kids who share the most contact time, then widen out over the following week or two. Parent logs on this page are the earliest visible signal, usually days ahead of any official notice.
- Respiratory bugs peak in the cold months and spread school-wide
- Stomach bugs move quickly through shared bathrooms and lunch spaces
- Skin and eye infections track close contact and shared items
- Most kids are contagious before symptoms are obvious
Back to schoolWhen can my child go back to CICS Ralph Ellison Academy?
Every school sets its own sick policy, so check yours first. These are the rules of thumb most schools and daycares follow:
- Fever-free for a full 24 hours without fever medicine before returning
- No vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours, and eating normally again
- On antibiotics for at least 12 to 24 hours for strep throat or impetigo
- Eye discharge cleared, or cleared by your pediatrician, for pinkeye
- Well enough to take part in a normal school day, not just well enough to sit through it
Around hereHow illness travels between nearby schools
CICS Ralph Ellison Academy is one of many charters in Chicago tracked on Ickly. August activity around Chicago tends to follow the seasonal pattern above, and illness rarely stops at one campus: siblings, sports, and playdates carry it between nearby schools across ZIP 60620 within a week or two. Checking neighboring schools alongside this one gives you a fuller picture than any single page can.
Ickly is a parent-reported community signal, not a medical service or an official school record. Always talk to your pediatrician about your own child's symptoms.
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Common questions
What is going around at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy?
No sickness has been logged at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy in the last 14 days. That usually means things are quiet right now, and you will see new logs here as soon as families share them.
How does Ickly know what is spreading at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy?
Everything on this page comes from parents. Families log a symptom or a confirmed diagnosis for their child, and Ickly groups those logs by charter and by week so you can see patterns without anyone's name attached. Logs are always anonymous to other parents.
Can I get notified when illness spreads at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy?
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How do I log a sick day for my child at CICS Ralph Ellison Academy?
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Is CICS Ralph Ellison Academy in Chicago, IL?
Yes. CICS Ralph Ellison Academy is a charter in Chicago, IL. You can also see what is going around at nearby schools and daycares in the same neighborhood on Ickly.
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