Super Search, Next Board Prez?
More than 50 people are already vying for the superintendency of Chicago Public Schools. But the jockeying to run for school board president is just getting started.
Maureen Kelleher
Special Edition: Budget Update & Hearing Next Thursday
Yesterday, many predictable things happened before and during yesterday's board meeting. The Chicago Teachers Union held a rally out front before the meeting calling for a special legislative session to raise revenue that could solve the Chicago Public Schools budget crisis. Parents spoke to the board urging them
'Vexed' Choices: Cut, Borrow, or Win More $ From State, City
What to do about Chicago Public Schools' $734 million budget deficit? Parents say no borrowing. The Chicago Teachers Union says the state should pay more. No one wants cuts, but what else is left to do?
Budget Convos: The West Side Is the Best Side...So Far
West Siders pushed CPS to keep special education assistants, avoid loans, and give school communities real say in how budgets are cut.
Grading the School Board, Q2
From Q1 to Q2, the focus of public school board discussion shifted toward governance. Board members also reduced their speaking time.
June Board Meeting Preview
At today's board meeting, Macquline King will make her first appearance as interim Superintendent/CEO of Chicago Public Schools.
Comings & Goings
Pedro Martinez takes leave of Chicago Public Schools, and the Chicago Education Alliance takes the stage.