Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

Exploring Jewish Learning and Culture


For Chicago Public School Teachers

school running off of school bus The Polk Bros. Foundation has generously funded a limited number of scholarships and bus reimbursements for Chicago Public School classes. This funding can be used to visit our new Gray Children's Center and/or take our interactive gallery tours. These scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so call to schedule your visit today! Call 312.322.1793.

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Spertus programs for Chicago Public School students and teachers are made possible in part by a generous grant from the Polk Bros. Foundation. Additional support for these programs is provided by the Charles & M.R. Shapiro Foundation, Inc., and the Walter & Caroline Sueske Charitable Trust.


Spertus is a Jewish institution grounded in Jewish values that invites people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the multi-faceted Jewish experience. Through its innovative public programming, exhibitions, collections, research facilities and degree programs, Spertus inspires learning, serves diverse communities and fosters understanding for Jews and people of all faiths, locally, regionally and around the world.

610 S. Michigan Avenue | Chicago, IL 60605 | 312.322.1700