# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Public & Private High School Fair and informational seminars for Chicago area middle school families to kickstart their high school search!About this EventKnowing how to cast your net wide and increase your options is KEY to a successful Chicago high school search. Join Chicago School GPS as we bring together over 35 participating public, private and boarding high schools & resources, each with unique qualities that you may not have known about prior to coming to our Hidden Gems Fair. PLUS, you can meet helpful resource vendors and partake in informative breakout sessions that will give you clarity on the high school process. Join us for an afternoon designed to make your high school journey a successful one!Program begins at 1pm with high schools showcasing what makes them unique, and breakout sessions begin at 2pm. Fair ends at 4pm.Our invaluable breakout sessions offer insights for Middle School Parents and Students on topics such as:Navigating the private & public high school admissions processHigh School Entrance Exam Insights (includes NEW CPS HSAT, HSPT & ISEE)Private school scholarship opportunities & resourcesInternational Baccalaureate Programs DemystifiedPeer to Peer Middle School to High School Drop-in Session (w/snacks!)Tours of the hosting school will be available. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f53b0940-b2f3-11f1-8909-3fa26b1e25fa-rimg-w572-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg AgendaπŸ•‘: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMInsights & Introduction of Schools & ResourcesInfo: In person presentation of what makes each school unique and resource vendors can share what they specialize in prior to visiting the school and resource booths. Attendees can target what schools fit their needs and focus on those during the Fair.πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PMSchool & Vendor Booths OpenInfo: Join Chicago School GPS as we bring together over 35 participating public, private and boarding high schools & resources, each with unique qualities that you may not have known about prior to coming to our Hidden Gems Fair. See list of schools and resources at : https://chischoolgps.com/hiddengems/hs-fair-participants/πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMInternational Baccalaureate Programs DecodedInfo: What is the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program and what does it mean to be an International Baccalaureate DP or IB course student? The session will cover the benefits that the program can bring in high school and beyond.πŸ•‘: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMScholarship Opportunities and Academic ResourcesInfo: It’s never too early to start looking for financial support for your students!! Come to hear about opportunities that could lead to scholarships. We will share ideas about looking for scholarships (merit and need), financial support, and more.πŸ•‘: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PMPeer to Peer SessionInfo: Middle school students can gain so much valuable insight by talking directly with current high schoolers who were in their shoes just a year or two ago. Get the "real scoop" on life at high school and what the factors were in determining their high school choices.πŸ•‘: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMHigh School Entrance TestingInfo: Public & private high school entrance testing tips and tricks to help you know what to expect for the high school entrance exams, including the NEW CPS HS Admissions Test, the parochial HSPT and the independent ISEE exams. Β πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMNavigating High School AdmissionsInfo: Learn about CPS High School options (including but beyond Selective Enrollment!) including IB, magnet and specialty programs within schools. Learn the requirements for admission to public and private schools: CPS Tiers, Scoring Rubrics, independent & parochial school timelines, interviews and recommendations. Get a jump on the high school search madness by learning some tips and strategies, including how to tackle school tours and open houses. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/2026-hidden-gems-high-school-fair/100002001413743383 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: The Chicago Academy for the Arts - **lat**: 41.8964668 - **long**: -87.6532185 - **full address**: The Chicago Academy for the Arts, 1010 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b171937cbfbd4e30ea055cba45b95ae063a5792f694177c14476c2dd5b71a670-rimg-w428-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789689663 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair being held? - **A:** 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair takes place on Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Chicago Academy for the Arts, 1010 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair? - **A:** 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair is organized by Chicago School. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Hidden Gems High School Fair is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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