CICS Lloyd Bond is a Tuition Free K-6 public charter school in Chicago's Atgeld Gardens, managed by Distinctive Schools.
We provide a rigorous, student-centered, and innovative learning environment supporting academic excellence for all students. CICS Lloyd Bond, is part of the Chicago International Charter School (CICS) network. The mission of CICS Lloyd Bond is to provide students with the necessary tools and skills needed to develop superior levels of achievement. We strive for academic, social and physical excel
06/21/2026
Happy Father’s Day to the Distinctive Schools community! ✨
Today we celebrate every dad, grandfather, father figure, and guardian that shows up for our students each day. Your support allows our students to flourish in their education with confidence. We appreciate your devotion to the community today and everyday! ❤️🫂
06/19/2026
We are excited to celebrate the significance of June 19th in our nation’s history! 🎉
At Distinctive Schools, we are devoted to cultivating a safe, welcoming, and joyful environment, where every identity is acknowledged and appreciated. 🌟 Juneteenth remains an important milestone for instilling these values into our communities and ensuring every student is heard, respected, and championed. 🌱⚡
Happy Freedom Day! ❤️
06/16/2026
Your talent is worth it: certified teacher salaries begin at $70,000. 🌟
At Distinctive Schools, we are investing in educators who believe every student deserves rigorous learning, a thriving culture, and the opportunity to shape their future. 🚀
We manage a network of unique and innovative K-12 schools with opportunities all across Chicago. We’re also proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision), 25+ paid holidays, 403b matching, paid family leave, and more!
👉 Join our mission to build the future of learning and apply today: bit.ly/DSTeachers
06/12/2026
Happy Pride Month! At Distinctive Schools, we are dedicated to creating inclusive, joyful, and welcoming communities where everyone is celebrated. This Pride Month, we are proud to celebrate our culture where every student, family member, and staff member feels seen, heard, valued, and cared for.
We made it! School is officially over! But enrollment is happening NOW! Refer a family to Lloyd Bond where we TEACH LOVE AND INSPIRE! The BOND way! To our students, have fun, be safe, and enjoy your summer! YOU earned it! We are PROUD of all of YOU!!
CONGRATS to Ru’miah for winning 1st place in our first annual Talent Beyond Bond talent show! It takes a lot courage and heart to get up and sing in front of the entire school and parents! She was touching the hearts of many in the audience with her voice! You had to be there!
05/27/2026
💭 Do you know a family that is searching for a joyful, academically rigorous, and innovative educational experience? Refer them to Distinctive Schools and help us grow our school community! 🌟📚
👉 Click here to refer a family, and you could win a prize when they list your name on their application! bit.ly/ReferDS2026
05/20/2026
☀️⛱️ We hope all of our families have a great Memorial Day weekend! As a reminder, all Distinctive Schools campuses will have an early 1pm dismissal on Friday, May 22.
Whether you have weekend plans or are enjoying a day of rest, we’re excited to see you back in class on Tuesday, May 26!
| Monday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 4pm |
| Friday | 7:30am - 4pm |