Your payment will depend on the method you selected and when it was processed. Here's a general timeline:

• PayPal: Typically within 24 hours after processing.
• ACH Transfers: Within 24 hours, but the exact timing depends on your bank.
• Checks: Usually delivered within 10–12 business days.

Payments are processed weekly on Tuesdays, so if you submitted your request before the deadline, it will be included in that week's cycle.

We understand that some applicants are experiencing delays in receiving their verification codes. This is due to an unusually high volume of activity on our website.

We kindly ask for your patience and encourage you to try again at a later time.

If the issue persists, feel free to reach out to us, but please note that response times may be longer than usual due to current demand.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

A check will be mailed to you.

No the application period is close. We will not take or review any additional documents.

• Driver’s licenses
• State ID
• Passport
• CityKey ID
• Consulate or military ID
• Utility Bill, Bank or Credit Card Statement
• Other documents may be accepted

Preferred Documents:

• SNAP/TANF benefit letter
• Verified enrollment in the federal Free or Reduced Priced Lunch program (FRPL)

Other Acceptable Documents:

• 2023 taxes returns
• W-2s or paystubs *Please include 30 days' worth of pay*

You can submit a copy of various document type as proof for your child’s disability:

• The Individualized Educational Plan (IEP)
• 504 Plan
• Individualized Support Plan (ISP)
• A doctor’s note providing verification of a disability diagnosis that is covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• SSI determination letter

You can have a maximum of 2 applications for 2 students per household.

While you are still signed in on a mobile device scroll up to the top left of the page and click on the 3 horizontal lines (menu button), scroll down to "My Application" and click on "New Application" if you are on a computer scroll to the top and click on "My Application" and click on "New Application".

You do not have to create two separate accounts, you can apply for two students under the same account.

If you don't receive an activation email after registering yourself on the portal, please check your spam or junk folder. Sometimes, automated filters may mistakenly route activation emails there. If found, mark the email as "Not Spam" to ensure future emails are delivered to your inbox.

No, unfortunately, you cannot edit your application after submitting it for verification. This is to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the information within our system. If you need to modify any information, please contact us at mopd@adasmckinley.org or call 312-561-6965, and someone will reset your application so it can be updated and resubmitted.

Contact: Diana Trujillo, dtrujillo@adasmckinley.org

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Yes, there are scheduled outreach events around the city just for these purposes. Please click here to download the outreach calendar to see the list of dates and times.

You can log into you account and check your application status there. "Draft" means your application was started but has not yet been submitted. "Submitted" means your application is waiting to be reviewed by an application processor. "Revision" means your application was reviewed and additional documents are being requested from you. "Verified" means your application was reviewed, validated and entered into the lottery. You can also call our hotline: 312- 561-6965

Chinese-speaking families in need of assistance can contact the Immigrant Welcoming Center at 312-328-7947. The center will help set up an appointment to assist families in completing the application.