CPS students to begin in-person learning shortly after the new year
Chicago Public Schools announced Tuesday that after winter break, younger students will begin in-person learning on January 11, with more students returning to the classroom on February 1.
Chicago Public Schools announced Tuesday that after winter break, younger students will begin in-person learning on January 11, with more students returning to the classroom on February 1.
Chicago Teachers Union slams CPS for not including them in reopening decisions
Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates talks about the lack of communication from Chicago Public Schools and what teachers are feeling about potentially reopening schools to some students.
Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates talks about the lack of communication from Chicago Public Schools and what teachers are feeling about potentially reopening schools to some students.
Janice Jackson on what to expect as CPS opens its doors to some students
Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson talks about the decision to phase some students back into buildings next month.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson talks about the decision to phase some students back into buildings next month.
Lightfoot considering tax hikes to plug $1.2B budget hole: report
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is considering tax hikes to help plug the city’s $1.2 billion budget deficit, according to a report.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is considering tax hikes to help plug the city’s $1.2 billion budget deficit, according to a report.
Lawmakers ask Lightfoot, CPS for better safety measures at schools before return to classrooms
More than 40 local elected officials have written a joint letter to Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools, asking for improvements to remote learning and a better safety plan for students returning to class.
More than 40 local elected officials have written a joint letter to Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools, asking for improvements to remote learning and a better safety plan for students returning to class.
CPS to bring pre-k and special-needs children back to classrooms
After seeing a significant drop in the number of pre-kindergarten and special education students enrolled in its online classes, the Chicago Public Schools on Friday announced that many of those children would return to the classroom by the end of December.
After seeing a significant drop in the number of pre-kindergarten and special education students enrolled in its online classes, the Chicago Public Schools on Friday announced that many of those children would return to the classroom by the end of December.
CPS to introduce plan to phase students back to in-person learning next quarter
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
CPS launches 'Teach Chicago Tomorrow' initiative to bring diverse, talented teachers to the classroom
Matt Lyons, CPS chief talent officer, talks about the "Teach Chicago Tomorrow" initiative and what they hope to accomplish.
Matt Lyons, CPS chief talent officer, talks about the "Teach Chicago Tomorrow" initiative and what they hope to accomplish.
Parents, teachers express outrage over cuts to special education at Acero schools
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
Chicago Public Schools to pay $400,000 in 2 physical force lawsuits
Chicago’s public school district has agreed to pay a total of $400,000 to settle two lawsuits that alleged staff members used physical force to punish two special education students.
Chicago’s public school district has agreed to pay a total of $400,000 to settle two lawsuits that alleged staff members used physical force to punish two special education students.
CPS ex-chief of staff pleads guilty to lying to feds
The former chief of staff to Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson pleaded guilty Friday to lying to the FBI, the Chicago Sun-Times is reporting.
The former chief of staff to Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson pleaded guilty Friday to lying to the FBI, the Chicago Sun-Times is reporting.
Kids First Chicago working to get every CPS student internet access
Daniel Anello, CEO of Kids First Chicago, talks about their partnership with Chicago Public Schools to make sure every student has access to remote learning this fall.
Daniel Anello, CEO of Kids First Chicago, talks about their partnership with Chicago Public Schools to make sure every student has access to remote learning this fall.
First day of CPS' remote learning brings excitement, anxiety
Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates reflects on the first day of e-learning for Chicago Public Schools students, teachers and parents.
Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Stacy Davis Gates reflects on the first day of e-learning for Chicago Public Schools students, teachers and parents.
CPS students begin school year remotely as Lightfoot surprises Zoom class
“I know this is different than what you are used to, but I wanted to make sure your teachers are here to support you,” the mayor said to students on a Zoom call.
“I know this is different than what you are used to, but I wanted to make sure your teachers are here to support you,” the mayor said to students on a Zoom call.
CPS to begin classes remotely on Tuesday: 'I don't agree with it'
Chicago Public Schools will begin the school year remotely on Tuesday.
Chicago Public Schools will begin the school year remotely on Tuesday.
Chicago School Board votes to renew contract with CPD, keeping SROs in schools
The Chicago School Board has voted to renew its contract with the Chicago Police Department, keeping School Resource Officers in schools, officials say.
The Chicago School Board has voted to renew its contract with the Chicago Police Department, keeping School Resource Officers in schools, officials say.
CPS principal pens childrens book about COVID-19
Chicago Public Schools Vanessa Johnson talks about her book 'No Hugs, No Bugs,' which encourages children to social distance with loved ones during the pandemic.
Chicago Public Schools Vanessa Johnson talks about her book 'No Hugs, No Bugs,' which encourages children to social distance with loved ones during the pandemic.
Protests at Whitney Young, UIC focus on relationship between students and police
Two protests Saturday focused on the relationship between schools, students and armed police officers. One was held at the University of Illinois-Chicago. The other was held at Whitney Young Magnet High School. There, speakers talked about the inequalities they've experienced at CPS.
Two protests Saturday focused on the relationship between schools, students and armed police officers. One was held at the University of Illinois-Chicago. The other was held at Whitney Young Magnet High School. There, speakers talked about the inequalities they've experienced at CPS.
Students of color less likely to say they feel safer with police in schools, research shows
Amy Meek, senior counsel for the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, elaborates on research that shows police encounters place disproportionate amounts of stress and anxiety on Black and brown students.
Amy Meek, senior counsel for the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, elaborates on research that shows police encounters place disproportionate amounts of stress and anxiety on Black and brown students.
Lightfoot, CPS announce changes to having officers in schools
As Chicago Public Schools decide whether to keep police in their buildings, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making changes to the city's School Resource Officer program.
As Chicago Public Schools decide whether to keep police in their buildings, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making changes to the city's School Resource Officer program.