A group of parents in Chicago is leading an effort to open a new Jewish high school within the city, aiming for a launch in 2027. The initiative comes amid rising concerns over antisemitism in both public and private schools, and seeks to provide a local option for graduates of the city's non-Orthodox Jewish day schools. The project has garnered strong interest from families, with support from the city's Jewish federation and a building already under contract. Founders envision an academically rigorous institution rooted in Jewish values, welcoming both Jewish and non-Jewish students, and hope to foster continuity in Jewish education for Chicago families. While some parents express caution about joining a new school, others see it as an opportunity for students to be trailblazers in strengthening the city's Jewish community.