Acero Schools website said, while the decision is not final, seven schools that might start winding down operations and close at the end of the school year, in June 2025.

In a move met with anger and shock by families and educators, the Acero Schools Board of Directors voted to close nearly half the schools in its charter network at the end of the school year. Richard Rodriguez,

The closures will begin in June 2025 and impact about 2,000 students. The network of schools operates primarily in Latino neighborhoods. The seven schools are in Brighton Park, West Ridge, Pilsen, Avondale,

Shocked and looking for answers. That's the feeling among parents after learning about a proposal to close seven Acero charter schools in Chicago, which could affect thousands of students.

About 2,000 Acero students will need to relocate after leaders of the Chicago charter school system voted last night to close seven schools. The closures won’t happen until after the end of the school year.