Chicago Charter School Teachers Set March 17 Strike Date
But a recent offer by school management has the potential to avert a walkout.
Sarah Karp
Reporter, Education
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CEO: Bid To Become Nation’s Largest Charter School Union Could Hurt Schools
Teachers at the city’s largest charter school chain took crucial first steps to start a union on Friday.
Illinois Officials Blame CPS Chief For Mid-Year Budget Cuts
Illinois officials blame Chicago schools chief Forrest Claypool and the school board for the district’s mid-year budget crisis.
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CPS Admits Fine For Ending Early Could Reach $60 Million
CPS had downplayed how much the state could penalize the district for failing to provide all instructional days required by law.
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The Deal Behind The Sale Of One Closed School
A home for kids’ programming in a closed CPS building was scuttled when a for-profit charter school worked out a deal behind closed doors.
Group Donates $2 Million For Kids Rock Band Classes
Rock band classes for kids are popular these days. One group wants to bring more of them to Chicago schools.
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Summer Might Come Early For CPS Students
The cash-strapped CPS said the school year may end on June 1 and summer classes could be canceled if the state doesn’t cough up more money.
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Holy Alliances: How One School Company Learned The Chicago Way
A savvy company came in, partnered with city pastors and raked in $50 million in school deals, becoming one of CPS’ biggest vendors.
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Teachers At Chicago Charter School Vote To Authorize A Strike
The staff at the Aspira schools voted in favor of the strike, which would be the first charter school teacher strike in history.
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Chicago Parents Blame Rauner For CPS Budget Cuts
CPS parents directed their anger at Gov. Bruce Rauner for vetoing $215 million and forcing the district to come up with an amended budget.
