Tell Me What Board Governance Looks Like
Last week's board meeting underscored differences among board members about what their job is and how to govern Chicago Public Schools.
Maureen Kelleher
Six of Seven Charter Renewals Postponed to June 10
A majority of Chicago Board of Education members mistakenly voted to approve the University of Chicago Charter School's 4-year renewal. Six other renewal votes were postponed until June 10.
Comentario: La aplicación de las leyes de inmigración no es una solución al hacinamiento
El impacto de la devastación provocada por el ICE nos ha dejado conmocionados. Sin embargo, para algunos dentro de las CPS, esto parece ser un remedio para la sobrepoblación escolar.
Charter Renewals Top Today's Chicago School Board Agenda
Expect a floor fight today as the Chicago Board of Education votes on charter renewals. But tinkering with terms doesn't equal real stewardship.
School Board Candidates: Filed
A total of 51 candidates have filed to run for seats in Chicago's first-ever full school board elections. Yet two seats will be uncontested.
A Look Inside Chicago's Academy for Global Citizenship
Chicago's Academy for Global Citizenship combines a dual-language curriculum with an International Baccalaureate program and a focus on environmental sustainability. Can their unique model win a 10-year renewal from a board that wants to put charters on a shorter leash?
Candidate Filing Opens
On Monday, dozens of aspiring Chicago school board members filed their candidacy petitions. But can the current board do more than "govern by resolution"?