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.
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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.
Updated Season Opener: Who's Running for School Board...So Far
Candidates for the Chicago School Board are filing petitions to get on the ballot through May 26. Here's a look at the emerging field, updated frequently.
Chicago School Board Ups Property Taxes to Capture $25M Now, More Later
The 15-5 vote came with some surprises.
Board Power Plays
Activists worry Black students will be forgotten while the Board of Education engages in power plays and infighting.
Coming soon
This is Board Rule, where Maureen Kelleher will be bringing you the backstory on the changing Chicago Board of Education and what it all means for schools and families. We'll also keep tabs on what's happening on the ground in Chicago Public Schools. Best of all,