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MOVING EVEREST CHARTER SCHOOL

416 N LARAMIE, CHICAGO, IL 60644 · School

Inspection summary

MOVING EVEREST CHARTER SCHOOL has been inspected 16 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since August 20, 2015. The most recent inspection, on May 5, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

3 of 16 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 7, 2024. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 1, 2024. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 5, 2026. For example: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 22 times across 12 separate inspections, most recently on May 5, 2026. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on May 5, 2026. For example: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

16 inspections

  1. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED MILK CRATES USES AS SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS UNDER SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED LOOSE MIDDLE SINK IN SECOND FLOOR GIRLS' WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND SECURE SINK TO WALL.
  2. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
      • OBSERVED WHITE RESIUDE BUILT UP ON SIDE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THIRD AND SECOND FLOOR STAFF UNISEX TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVERED RECEPTACLE AT ALL TIMES.
  3. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING DOORS ON PREMISE NOT RODENT PROOF (1/4INCH GAPS); THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: GYM/LUNCHROOM EXIT DOORS, EXIT DOOR #6, DOUBLE DOORS USED FOR PREP DELIVERIES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • 5-205.15 OBSERVED 1 OF 2 HANDSINKS INOPERABLE IN 2ND FLOOR GIRLS' TOILET ROOM (STAIRCASE C). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MISSING WALL BASE 2ND FLOOR OUTSIDE MUSIC ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
  4. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY AREA AS FOLLOWS: GIRLS (2ND FLOOR, PURPLE LINE SIGNAGE, MEN/WOMEN TOILET ROOM 1ST FLOOR (149), UNISEX TOILET ROOM OUTSIDE FOOD PREP AREA. ALL HANSINKS TEMPERATURE NOTED BETWEEN 68F-72F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE CLOSET WITH MOP SINK (1ST FLOOR). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITZE SAID AREA. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING DOORS ON PREMISE NOT RODENT PROOF (1/4INCH GAPS); THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: GYM/LUNCHROOM EXIT DOORS, EXIT DOOR #6, DOUBLE DOORS USED FOR PREP DELIVERIES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED 1 OF 2 HANDSINKS INOPERABLE IN 2ND FLOOR GIRLS' TOILET ROOM (STAIRCASE C). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MISSING WALL BASE 2ND FLOOR OUTSIDE MUSIC ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
  5. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY AREA AS FOLLOWS: GIRLS (2ND FLOOR, PURPLE LINE SIGNAGE, MEN/WOMEN TOILET ROOM 1ST FLOOR (149), UNISEX TOILET ROOM OUTSIDE FOOD PREP AREA. ALL HANSINKS TEMPERATURE NOTED BETWEEN 68F-72F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK IN PREP AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE CLOSET WITH MOP SINK (1ST FLOOR). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITZE SAID AREA. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING DOORS ON PREMISE NOT RODENT PROOF (1/4INCH GAPS); THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: GYM/LUNCHROOM EXIT DOORS, EXIT DOOR #6, DOUBLE DOORS USED FOR PREP DELIVERIES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED 1 OF 2 HANDSINKS INOPERABLE IN 2ND FLOOR GIRLS' TOILET ROOM (STAIRCASE C). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MISSING WALL BASE 2ND FLOOR OUTSIDE MUSIC ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
  7. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 50. HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
      • OBSERVED NO HOT WATER ON PREMISES. HOT WATER IS NOT OBSERVED AT THE FOLLOWING SINKS: 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK, THE HAND WASHING SINK, THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD SERVICE AREA AND THE STAFF TOILET ROOM JUST OUT SIDE THE FOOD SERVICE AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGH THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE TRASH AREA LIDS NOT CLOSED AS WELL AS THE BROKEN DOWN CARD BOARD BOXES NOT MAINTAIN, UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS OR PUSH DOWN DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTAINING OF BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND CLOSE LIDS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(B) CITATION ISSUED.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER SHELVING IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE ITEMS ON TOP OF IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE THAT IS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO MAKE EASE OF CLEANING AND MAINTAINING AREA.
  9. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN THE EMPLOYEE UNISEX WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE FIRST FLOOR. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE
  10. Non-Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE HAND SINKS IN ALL STAFF RESTROOMS ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE STAFF UNISEX RESTROOM LOCATED ON THE 3RD FLOOR FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN UNISEX AND WOMEN'S WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED AN UNUSED EQUIPMENT (COOLER) STORED IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT OFF PREMISE.
  12. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • NOTED THE FILTER ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. MUST REMOVE DUST.
  13. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED CRATES STORED IN THE HALLWAY BETWEEN THE KITCHEN AND THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM THE GROUND AND PROVIDE REMOVAL AFTER MILK DELIVERIES.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED EXCESS CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE 1ST FLOOR JANITOR CLOSET. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN ALL CLUTTER, ORGANIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREAS AT ALL TIMES
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MOP STORED IN THE MOP BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
  14. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • NOTED ONE OF THE HAND SINKS IN THE BOYS 1st FLOOR WASH ROOM WITH LOW WATER PRESSURE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN BETTER WATER PRESSURE.
  15. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OBSERVED 3 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LID CLOSURE,THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • OBSERVED NO VAILD CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR DISPLAYED AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
  16. Canvass

    0 infractions

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