Step 1: Review Documents

Read through the Burley specific packet of documents attached below. These include: 

• Burley student fee information form. CLICK HERE
• Chicago Public Schools 2023-2024 calendar CLICK HERE

 Step 2: Pay School Fee

Pay the School Year 2023-24 $125 per student school fee by clicking HERE (choosing to make a one time payment) using our online Epay system which is also located on the school website at burley.cps.edu and can be located by clicking on the Parents tab at the top of the website and then click on the Pay Fees tab on right side button to pay fees. 

In the Epay system, choose to make a 1 time payment, fill out the student information and click on the student fee bar. Then click the drop down to pay the $125 student fee option. (student ID number can be found in the student's Aspen account, on report cards, progress reports, etc. If you can't find the student ID number reach out to Celi Aviles aaviles34@cps.edu or call 773-534-5475). If you have multiple children that attend Burley you can build a "cart" and check out all at once in the end for one transaction.

Note: We are continuing to utilize these school fee funds to supplement staffing costs, staff professional development, instructional supplies and materials, furniture, equipment and contracts (health classes, copiers, etc) and more. We rely on these funds and appreciate your effort to pay the fee. If financially you are unable to pay at this time in full or have questions about student fees, please email Ms. Aviles at aaviles34@cps.edu so we can get back to you about your individual needs.

 Step 3: Registration Packet

Complete the 5 Registration Packet items listed below. (any newly enrolled students for the 2023-24 school year already completed this packet at enrollment.)

NOTE: all forms must have an original signature, electronic signatures cannot be accepted. Please complete on paper copy and turn in at Burley on Early Bird Day or the first day of school. 

• Fill out the Emergency Contact Form  (one completed for each Burley student). It is extremely important that we have emergency contact information for each student on the first day of school. Therefore, the Early Bird process will require that all parents arrive on August 21st having completed OR ready to complete the Emergency Contact Form.

 

• Print and fill out these additional four forms
• Media Release Form (one completed for each Burley student). 
• CPS Family Income Form (one completed per household)
• School Messaging Form (one completed for each Burley student). 
• Student Medical Information Form (one completed for each Burley student). 

As always, if you have questions or need more information don't hesitate to reach out to Burley 773-534-5475. We are here to help.

After August 9th:
Principal Jenny Crall, jncrall@cps.edu
Celi Aviles, clerk aaviles34@cps.edu

As parents, you play a key role in helping your child succeed in school. Curriculum Night is an important opportunity to learn about Burley's instructional program and the expectations and goals in each grade. 
 
Join us in the gym at 5:30 for the opening presentation from administration and the specials teachers (technology, art, physical education, and STEAM). Afterwards, there will be 2 sessions of classroom presentations where you can meet the teacher and learn about the curriculum and expectations for the year.

Please keep in mind:
- This event is for parents - children need not attend.
- Parking is in the neighborhood only. Do not park in the corner Ashland/Barry lot.

We look forward to seeing you at Curriculum Night!

Curriculum Night Schedule

5:30-6:00pm
Specials Teachers, Diverse Learners, Explore the Building
Feel free to explore the building or visit our Specials classrooms (STEAM, Art, Physical Education and Technology) and the Diverse Learners classrooms. These classrooms will be open and the teachers will be available to talk with you about their curriculum and goals for the year. Say hello to Ms. Plocher, Ms. Nash and Mr. Urbina who will be around the building throughout the evening. Diverse Learners and Specials classrooms will remain open for all three sessions. 

6:00-6:30pm
Pre-K through 8th Grade Homeroom Presentations
Pre-K through 8th grade homerooms will open starting at 6:00pm. Visit your child's classroom, meet their teachers and attend a presentation on what your child will be learning this school year and how you can support your students at home. There will be a limited time at the end of the half hour session for a short question and answer session.

6:30-7:00pm
Repeated Pre-K through 8th Grade Homeroom Presentations
Teachers will be repeating their previous presentation for parents who have more than one child at Burley. If you wish, consider visiting another Specials or Diverse Learner teacher.

Please remember - children are encouraged not to attend Curriculum Night. This event is designed for parents only.

Due to repairs to our school building, we will not have Early Bird Day on August 30 as originally scheduled. Please send school supplies with your child during the first week of school. Feel free to send them over the course of several days if carrying supplies independently will be difficult for your child. You need not assist your children in carrying all supplies to school the first day.

We are offering two alternate times for completing school forms and paying fees:

• Thursday, September 6 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the lunchroom (the same evening as the Ice Cream Social, which will be on the playground from 6:00-7:00 p.m.)
• Saturday, September 8 from 10:00-2:00 p.m. in the lunchroom 

All families must submit:

• Family & Emergency Contact Form (online)
• The CPS Media Release form (print and sign, or sign at Early Bird) 
• The CPS Family Income form (print and sign, or sign at Early Bird. CPS requires all families to complete this form, including those not applying for assistance.)

Please visit the school calendar for other important dates, and keep an eye on your email for ongoing parent updates as we prepare for another wonderful year of learning and friendship. As always, we are grateful for the support, flexibility, and understanding of our families.