In CPS, student voice is…
- knowing, valuing, and prioritizing youth experiences, perspectives, participation, values, and influence in all aspects of schooling
- anchoring content and instructional practices in social, political, economic, and environmental contexts within youth’s lived experience
- promoting youth autonomy and self-determination, and holding space to co-create or lead in classroom, school, district, & community improvement & decision-making
Our Mission
The Department of Student Voice and Engagement works with district offices, departments, networks, schools, teachers, and students to promote education that is inclusive of, responsive to, and actively engaged in the lived experiences of our students and families.
Our Vision
Our commitment is to build transformative learning experiences that ignite curiosity, honor student identity, promote agency, build inclusivity, and elevate active participation in learning, school, communities, and civic life.
Meet the Team
Learn more about our powerful team and how they contribute to our mission and vision.
Meet DSVE Educator & Student Leaders
Explore the different educator and student groups that are part of this department's work.
Contributors
We gratefully acknowledge our funders and strategic partners, whose support, encouragement, and advocacy has ensured the quality and sustainability of programming that has touched the lives of countless students and educators. Thank you.
Strategic Partners
Funders
