Chicago Public Schools are back in session
Mayor Brandon Johnson and CPS CEO Pedro Martinez rang the school bells Monday morning to celebrate the return to classes. CPS took extra precautions Monday amid an Excessive Heat Warning in Chicago.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and CPS CEO Pedro Martinez rang the school bells Monday morning to celebrate the return to classes. CPS took extra precautions Monday amid an Excessive Heat Warning in Chicago.
CPS students start school amid heat wave
Chicago Public School students spent their first day of school in air-conditioned classrooms to escape the extreme heat.
Chicago Public School students spent their first day of school in air-conditioned classrooms to escape the extreme heat.
Excessive heat kicks off school year for Chicago students
Students returned to Chicago Public Schools on Monday amid an Excessive Heat Warning.
Students returned to Chicago Public Schools on Monday amid an Excessive Heat Warning.
CPS prepares for extreme heat as students head back to class
As Chicago Public Schools (CPS) welcomed students back to classrooms on Monday, the district took proactive measures to ensure the safety and comfort of students and staff during the anticipated heatwave.
As Chicago Public Schools (CPS) welcomed students back to classrooms on Monday, the district took proactive measures to ensure the safety and comfort of students and staff during the anticipated heatwave.
Chicago Public Schools students return to classes amid excessive heat
Students in Chicago are heading back to school as a heatwave hits the city. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez said the schools had air conditioning running all weekend so buildings would be cool enough for students this week.
Students in Chicago are heading back to school as a heatwave hits the city. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez said the schools had air conditioning running all weekend so buildings would be cool enough for students this week.
CTA offers free rides to CPS students on first day of school
Chicago Public Schools students can ride CTA buses and trains for free on Monday to celebrate the first day of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools students can ride CTA buses and trains for free on Monday to celebrate the first day of the school year.
Aldermen react to reports of Chicago mayor pushing CPS CEO out: 'Not a good idea'
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.
CTU wants 2016 'predatory loans' investigated, proposes plan to fund contract demands
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
CTU targets 'predatory loans' in fight for 9 percent raises, school support staff increases
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.
Mayor Brandon Johnson seeks to push out CPS CEO, sources say
Sources confirmed that Mayor Brandon Johnson began interviewing new candidates to replace current CPS CEO Pedro Martinez on Wednesday. The move came after the Chicago Teachers Union and Martinez bumped heads over funding for the district.
Sources confirmed that Mayor Brandon Johnson began interviewing new candidates to replace current CPS CEO Pedro Martinez on Wednesday. The move came after the Chicago Teachers Union and Martinez bumped heads over funding for the district.
Chicago's NextWave STEM inspires youth with cutting-edge tech workshops, classes
A former Chicago Public Schools employee founded NextWave STEM to engage students in STEM fields through hands-on workshops in coding, drone piloting, AI literacy and more.
A former Chicago Public Schools employee founded NextWave STEM to engage students in STEM fields through hands-on workshops in coding, drone piloting, AI literacy and more.
Chicago Public Schools struggling with busing for students
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
Chicago Teachers Union seeks to reduce property tax bill for West Loop headquarters
Based on the county's appraisal, the CTU would owe approximately $1 million in property taxes. This development comes as the CTU is demanding $1 billion in additional state funding.
Based on the county's appraisal, the CTU would owe approximately $1 million in property taxes. This development comes as the CTU is demanding $1 billion in additional state funding.
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously approves $9.9B budget despite CTU's opposition
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously passed a $9.9 billion budget this week despite opposition from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU).
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously passed a $9.9 billion budget this week despite opposition from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU).
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously approves $9.9B budget despite CTU's opposition
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
CTU criticizes CPS budget proposal, seeks state support for Chicago Public Schools
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
Chicago Public Schools begins free summer lunch program
Chicago Public Schools launched its free summer meal program on Monday to provide meals for CPS students until Aug. 9.
Chicago Public Schools launched its free summer meal program on Monday to provide meals for CPS students until Aug. 9.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
CPS students dance into summer with the cast of "SIX"
Chicago Public School students celebrated their last day of school by learning moves from the cast of SIX the Musical. Gabriella Premus has their excitement and a special dance lesson.
Chicago Public School students celebrated their last day of school by learning moves from the cast of SIX the Musical. Gabriella Premus has their excitement and a special dance lesson.