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CPS says the proposal to build the controversial $150 million high school is still “under review,” but a website has been taken down, and stakeholders say it’s been months without an update.
The district’s plan calls for training on alternative discipline practices and aims to focus on the “root cause” of student behavior.
lllinois lawmakers overhauled K-12 funding seven years ago and promised to 'adequately fund' every district by 2027. A new report finds that won’t happen until 2034, unless more education money is budgeted every year.
The teachers union propelled Johnson to City Hall with an education platform promising more funding and staff at neighborhood schools, housing for homeless students, and free public transit passes.
Beasley Academic Center’s Tammy Anderson — known for her killer dance moves and infectious smile — will be one of four crossing guards honored in an awards ceremony next week.
The Academy for Local Leadership launched its inaugural class in March ahead of Chicago’s shift to a partially-elected school board.
The four-year deal between the district and SEIU Local 73 covers school support staff, including special education classroom assistants, bus aides, and security officers.
Thirteen candidates from across Chicago joined a virtual forum hosted by the group CPS Parents for Buses, which organized earlier this year after the district canceled transportation for students at magnet and selective schools.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez said the district’s new budget formula is an “important milestone.” But at some schools, parent and educator concerns are starting to percolate.
The student-led group, Chi Youth 4 Justice, organized a series of forums this spring at high schools across the city.
Anyone can vote in these uniquely Chicago elections for representatives to serve on the governing bodies of each public school. Here’s how to participate.
Chicago will offer the grants to students with disabilities who attend either public or private schools.
Los habitantes de Chicago votarán por 10 de los 21 miembros en las primeras elecciones de la junta escolar de la ciudad. Aquí hay seis cosas que usted debe saber al inicio del ciclo electoral.
The joint initiative between Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union provides up to $500,000 per school for wraparound services.
Chicago Public Schools is using local and state definitions to track the enrollment of migrant students, making it harder to understand the needs of new students
The teachers union shared more details about demands it will make as it negotiates a new contract with Chicago Public Schools.
The plan — which will be finalized this summer — will prioritize improving students’ daily experiences in the classroom, addressing staffing and funding, and collaborating more closely with school communities.
Federal COVID money has helped Chicago Public Schools avoid cuts and add staff and programs. What happens when the money is gone?
Crane Medical Prep High School on the city’s West Side brought students outside shortly before 2 p.m. Monday to watch the rare astronomical event.
The information shared by officials provided more details about the district's switch to a new position-based budget formula next school year.