Ombudsman Educational Services, a ChanceLight company, is now a part of Chancelight.com. Navigate to the Ombudsman information of your choosing using the links below.
Who We Are
Ombudsman Educational Services provides alternative education programs for K-12 students who have one or more risk factors preventing them from being successful in a traditional school setting. We believe every student desiring to learn deserves every possible opportunity to succeed. Ombudsman programs have been in operation for over 45 years, with locations all across the U.S.
In Arizona
Second chances really do exist. Ombudsman Arizona Charter Schools help students get back on track to graduate. Ombudsman is a nationally recognized alternative learning option that helps students to earn an Arizona public high school diploma (not a GED) on their own terms. With 7 locations across Arizona, an Online Academy, and an Adult Career Academy, there’s a school option for all types of students.
In Chicago
Ombudsman Chicago offers four alternative school locations to serve students in morning, afternoon and evening sessions, where students receive academic, career/college and social/emotional supports. Ombudsman Chicago students earn a CPS high school diploma (not a GED) – and can participate in dual-enrollment with Chicago City Colleges. Students aged 16 – 21 are welcome to enroll.