Student Learning Discussions Hit New Low in Q2 2026
The CPS Board of Education devoted just 3% of meeting time to student learning discussions, with governance issues dominating. Plus ballot removals, CPS layoffs and CTU endorsements.
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CPS Board Weighs Ban on Candidates Taking Vendor Cash
Today's agenda also includes a one-year funding fix for ChiArts and a teacher mental health framework — plus the looming budget
School board ballot shakeup. Plus: Meet Zaccor, and CPS parents sound the alarm
Dual-circulation challenges are dead. As many as 22 candidates are back in the race
By Isaiah Pinzino
A total of 51 candidates are running for office in November’s general election on the school board ticket.
Of those, 28 have had their petitions challenged. Within that pool, 22 of
Ballot Challenges: Let the Games Begin!
Ballot challenges not only narrow the field, they eat up candidates' time and money, taking them away from campaigning.
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.
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.