MEET YESENIA LÓPEZ
From Chicago Public Schools to the Board of Education
Yesenia López is a proud product of Chicago Public Schools and currently serves on the Chicago Board of Education representing District 7B.
Raised in Chicago and rooted in the Southwest Side, her experience as a CPS student, community organizer, and public servant has shaped her commitment to public education and ensuring families have a voice in the decisions that affect their schools.
CHICAGO ROOTS
A CPS Graduate. A Public Servant.
Yesenia attended Pickard Elementary School and Benito Juárez Community Academy before graduating from DePaul University, where she studied political science and gender studies.
Before joining the Board of Education, she built a career in public service and community engagement, including work with the State of Illinois and the Illinois Secretary of State.
EXPERIENCE
Experience & Leadership
Chicago Board of Education
Elected to represent District 7B and currently serving as a member of the Board.
CPS Graduate
Attended Pickard Elementary School and Benito Juárez Community Academy.
Public Service
Brings experience in government, public policy, community organizing, and political campaigns.
Community Roots
A longtime Southwest Side resident with deep ties to the communities she represents.
Every child deserves access to quality education in a safe, supportive environment. By working together, we can ensure our schools serve as the foundation for strong, vibrant communities.
— Yesenia López
ON THE BOARD
Focused on Chicago’s Students & Families
Equitable School Funding
Ensuring schools have the resources they need to serve their students and communities.
Student Achievement
Supporting strong academic programs and services that meet the needs of every student.
Safe & Supportive Schools
Building school communities where students, educators, and families feel supported.
Family & Community Voice
Making sure parents, students, educators, and community members have a meaningful role in decisions about their schools.
2026
Continuing the Work
Yesenia is running for re-election to continue representing District 7B on the Chicago Board of Education and serving the students, families, educators, and communities that call the district home.
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