Halloween Event, Nov. 01
A Day of Fun for all with Costumes and Trick or Treating at the Chicago Persian School Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:30 to 1:30 pm 915 Lee St., Des Plaines, IL Pizza, Face Painting, Pumpkin Decoration, Trick or Treating Unless the weather is rainy or too cold, this event will be held outdoors. Open to all current and past students and their families (in-person & online classes welcome) *Please take extra caution in the choice of costume and accessories for safety. Please avo


Meet-the-Teacher Day, Oct. 11
Parents of every class meet with the teacher, in the classroom, as a group, to discuss the class academic goals and expectations. When:...


Color-of-Flag Day, Oct. 04
Dress in any combination of Green-White-Red in honor of Iran's flag! When: Oct. 04, 2026 Who: Students, Parents, and Teachers What: A tradition since 2008, Color-of-Flag Day at CPS has been a symbolic gesture of respect for the flag and Iranian heritage. Students, parents, and teachers are encouraged to include colors of the Iranian flag in their outfits. This is an optional activity and no one should feel obligated. Students will learn about the meaning of each color in Iran


Why Wait Until Age 7 or 8 to Teach Reading-Writing to 2nd Language Learners
Why our Persian school waits until age 7 to teach reading and writing. Talking starts at birth; the alphabet can wait. What the research actually says about all of this.
Last Day Of School Celebration, May. 17
Inviting all current, past, and prospective students, their families, and friends Let's celebrate the end of an academic year with a graduation ceremony and a family picnic Sunday, May 17, 2026 Graduation event at the school followed by a family picnic Classes start at 10:45 followed by the graduation event and a picnic in Lake Park, Des Plaines, IL Families are encouraged to bring food, snacks, games, portable volleyball net, etc. Our reserved picnic shelter is equipped


Ice Cream Day, May. 10
Top the Last Day of Instructions with a Special Ice Cream Cone! Sunday, May 10, 2026 915 Lee St., Des Plaines, IL Participants: All students, parents, and teachers ~~~~~~ Sponsored by CPS Parent Committee ~~~~~~


Admission Open House on May 10, 2026
Welcoming Prospective Families and Students to come and see us in action during the open-house event Get a tour of the school, observe a class, and ask questions about the Persian language programs we offer. When: May 10, between 11 am and 1 pm* *Joojeh class, from 11 to 12 only Where: 915 Lee St., Des Plaines, IL 60016 * use the parking lot behind the building and enter from the back entrance Classes Offered Ages 2 to 4 Persian for Young Child (Joojeh 1&2) Focus: conversat


Poster Exhibition Day, May 03
Students' Projects and Artwork on Display Sunday, May 03, 2026 1:10 to 1:30 pm 915 Lee St., Des Plaines, IL Every class will showcase the work of their students. Students will explain their projects to interested visitors. we will meet on the school's 1st floor gym area ~~~~~~ Open to all students and their parents


