james ward elementary parent portal

Who was James Ward?

James Ward, Esquire, was born in Antrim, Ireland on August 1, 1814. In 1834, he traveled to America and lived at Auburn, New York as a farmer. He married Mary E. Hickson in 1840 and remained with her until her departure from this world in 1855.
 Mr. Ward was a member of the Chicago Board of Education from May 1857 to 1863.

How do I access the parent module for Genesis?

Click above to access the parent module. We are happy to announce the Parent Module for Genesis, the online student information system, is now available to all parents. This web-based system will enable you to access your student’s grades, attendance, and other important information from any computer with an Internet connection.

How do I access my student’s grades and attendance?

This web-based system will enable you to access your student’s grades, attendance, and other important information from any computer with an Internet connection. To register, send an email to piscatawaydata@pway.org.

What Dr. Randle does for Chinatown!

A rigorous educator and caring mentor, Dr. Ivy Randle is passionate about helping students and families. She join the Chinatown/Bridgeport community as a Kindergarten teacher at James Ward Elementary in 2004. Since then she has been an integral part of the community.

Ms. Richmond named Presidential Award State Finalist!!

When Ms. Misty Richmond, a middle school science teacher at James Ward Elementary School, found out that she was a state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (PAEMST), she says that the biggest honor came from reading all the texts and emails from her current and former colleagues.

The CPS Volunteer Process

Please follow this process for Level 1 and Level 2 volunteer approval.

Congrats 8th Graders!

Hot News! 49% of 8th graders made it into selective enrollment seats and 15 other students received Lincoln Park Choice offers! We are all so proud of you!

Covid 19 Shots!!

The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced the approval of the Pfizer vaccine in individuals 12 and older.

Parent Portal Signups

James Ward is trying to get our parent portal up from 51% to 80%. Please help us by making sure you have your own parent portal account for your student.