“Education is the key to unlocking the golden door of freedom.”
- George Washington Carver
Unlocking the symbolism behind our New School Identity and understanding its meaning.
With a vision to provide a world-class education to our families that is so close to home, we believed it was time for our school to take control of our narrative and clearly convey who we are and what we believe.
Globe on Book
It reminds us to have a learning mindset and a wholistic view of different ethnicities, cultures, and faiths around the world.
Ribbon on Sheild
While we want to provide a place of safety and security (shield), we also want to "Open Doors" (Fores Apertas) for our children.
Our HE Key
Emphasizes Hitch Elementary as the key to providing students with the knowledge and access to open doors in their future.
Our Torch
Symbolizes the love for liberty, freedom, inspiration, knowledge, teaching, light and warmth we provide for one another.
Learn About Rufus M. Hitch
For 100 years, Hitch has been a key part of Chicago. We value our history but must also keep up with the times. We're proud of our past but also focused on the future. We're updating how and what we teach to ensure our students are ready for today's world.
Learn About Rufus M. Hitch
For 100 years, [School Name] has been a key part of Chicago. We value our history, but we also know that we need to keep up with the times. We're proud of our past, but we're focused on the future too. We're updating how we teach and what we teach to make sure our students are ready for today's world.
Community Matters
We Are All Invested & Determined!
“Community matters a lot at Hitch. We are a neighborhood school, we are a community school. Hitch is a school that whole families attend. This community is why people are really invested in the success of this school and its students. Working at Hitch is more than just a job. We're here because we care about these kids and about the community.”
–Mrs. Domine, ELA Teacher