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CPS wins back millions in federal funding after Trump administration settles lawsuit
45+ min ago (316+ words) Last year, the U.S. Department of Education rescinded millions of dollars meant to support magnet schools in Chicago Public Schools, saying the district had violated federal law with its policies that support Black and transgender students. After a lawsuit and settlement,…...
Meta settlement not the answer to state's education funding crisis
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (52+ words) The Illinois Federation of Teachers and Chicago Teachers Union shouldn’t be pouncing on every bright, shiny nickel that bounces into the playing field....
CPS policy seeks to make it easier for students experiencing homelessness to enroll in school and get support
3+ hour, 29+ min ago (268+ words) The updated policy, approved Thursday by the Chicago Board of Education, also requires schools to set aside private spaces where families in temporary living situations can confidentially ask for support....
Northwestern must elevate — not retreat from — African studies program
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (646+ words) Northwestern University says it “has not closed” its its African studies program but is “transitioning away from” its status as a universitywide research institute and center. In 1948, when most American universities barely regarded Africa as worthy of sustained scholarly attention,…...
O'Hare to the Loop in 15 minutes? New company thinks it can happen
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (376+ words) Plus: 'Soul City' waits for landmark, CPS ends summer of budget angst and more....
12 nights without power in Gary
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (825+ words) 🔎 Below: With no power and a spotty generator, every day is a struggle for a family of seven as they approach two weeks without electricity in Northwest Indiana. 🗞️ Plus: Chicago Public Schools students head back to school, a nonprofit offers…...
School is back in session for CPS students after summer of budget angst
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (260+ words) Students and families from Rogers Park and West Ridge gathered at Hayt Elementary School on Saturday for a back-to-school event with games and school supplies. Chicago Public Schools students head back to school Monday after a summer in which layoffs…...
4 things to watch as new CPS school year starts, from classroom cuts to enrollment counts
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (1378+ words) Families picked up supplies at the Chicago Teachers Union’s headquarters on Aug. 15 ahead of the first day of school. Chicago Public Schools enters a new school year Monday under a cloud of uncertainty. Last month the Chicago School Board amended…...
Former CPS principal gets more than a year in prison for decade-long invoice fraud scheme
1+ week, 1+ day ago (49+ words) U.S. District Judge Lindsay C. Jenkins sentenced Brian Metcalf, a former CPS network chief and previous principal of Gage Park High School and Field Elementary, to a year and one day in federal prison Wednesday, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the…...
No clear leader in race for Chicago school board president, poll finds
1+ week, 1+ day ago (255+ words) None of the five candidates had overwhelming support in a recent poll of 600 likely Chicago voters. The Chicago Teachers Union’s pick, Hilario Dominguez, had the most support with 20% of respondents saying they’d vote for him....