Our Vision

The Vision of Olive-Harvey Middle College is to produce life-long scholars who are confident, independent, and proactively committed to the advancement of their future endeavors and betterment of the community.

Our Mission
The mission of Olive-Harvey Middle College High School is to provide a personalized and positive academic experience to ensure that students are prepared for college and/or vocational careers

By,

• Embracing diversity of people and perspectives
• Establishing community partnerships to provide unique educational opportunities
• Teaching students to make informed decisions to ensure they are socially responsible
• Providing personalized academic pathways to ensure student success
• Providing support services to ensure academic success

APPLY HERE

In order to enroll in Olive-Harvey Middle College, you must complete an online application and submit the documents listed below. When registering, you will be asked to select the top three schools from the YCCS network; make Olive-Harvey your first choice.  Once you complete the application you will be contacted by the registrar.  If you would like to check on your enrollment status, please contact Mr. Porras @ 773 291-6350. 

• Birth Certificate
• Immunization Records
• Previous School Release/Status
• Proof of Chicago Residence
• Transcripts

We Design a Program For You

Olive-Harvey Middle College works with you to provide a flexible schedule that meets your needs, through a School-to-Work Program or Dual Enrollment plan, we work with you, for you.

Graduation Requirements
Olive-Harvey Middle College is independently accredited through COGNIA and the State of Illinois.  In order to meet graduation requirements, you must complete courses in the following areas for a total of 21 credits:

4.0 – Language Arts
3.0 – Math
3.0 – Science
3.0 – Social Studies
1.0 – Fine Arts
2.0 – Foreign Language
1.0 – PE/Health
2.0 – Electives
1.0 – Career Education
0.5 – Consumer Education
0.5 – Computer Literacy

Additional Requirements
Complete 40 hours of community service
Pass PL-195 (the U.S. Constitution Test
Take the SAT Exam

Dual Enrollment:
Students who meet attendance and academic requirements have the opportunity to enroll in college classes at no cost to you.

Post-Secondary

Olive-Harvey Middle College believes in supporting you well after graduation.  As a senior and with the assistance of your advisor, you will create a post-secondary plan that includes the completion of FAFSA, college or trade school applications, scholarship applications and acceptance letters.