CPS, teachers union set sights on special property tax districts to plug schools’ budget hole with different visions
Both CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and CTU leadership called this week to use property tax dollars collected to spur economic ...
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Chicago Public Schools chief presses for different fix for district budget problems
Martinez’s statement comes as he is trying to avoid City Hall’s suggestion to take out a short-term loan to cover looming ...
Chicago Teachers Union urges city to end TIF districts, send $1 billion in funds to Chicago Public Schools
CTU officials said their plan to sweep TIF funds back to CPS would help the district avoid mass program and personnel cuts.
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Chicago Public Schools adds 2,500 staffers for 80,900 fewer students
Chicago Public Schools enrollment dropped 80,900 from the 2011-2012 school year to 2023-2024. But staffing increased by over ...
Editorial: Brandon Johnson’s reckless Chicago Public Schools maneuvering must be vehemently opposed
The mass resignations of all seven Chicago Board of Education members amid a battle over the future of Chicago Public Schools ...
Former CPS CEO speaks on political turmoil and its impact at Chicago Public Schools
Dr. Janice Jackson joined FOX 32's Paris Schutz to talk about the political turmoil at Chicago Public Schools.
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Chicago Public Schools on track to see slight enrollment increase in the 2024-25 school year
More than 324,000 students were enrolled as of the 15th day of school compared to the same time last year – an increase of ...
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Chicago City Council to tackle controversial bonds, CPS drama
The proposed sale size has grown to $1.5 billion and the city claims it will bring $90 million in savings this year.
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Chicago Public Schools is spending more per student despite plummeting test scores
Chicago Public Schools instructional and operational spending reached all-time highs while academic outcomes stagnate.
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Critics say CPS Board resignations expose Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s inability to build consensus
Some alderpeople question whether Johnson can push through big policy priorities in Springfield and City Hall, including his ...