There are more than 40 people running in Chicago’s school board elections on Nov. 5. Here’s an updating list.
The leadership change at the city’s largest network of charter high schools comes as Chicago’s Board of Education has increased scrutiny on charters and school choice.
A Chalkbeat analysis of Illinois campaign finance disclosure paperwork found a mix of small donations from family and friends, sizable personal loans, and both money and in-kind support from existing political groups.
Facing budget deficit, Chicago vows to guarantee pay for laid-off workers
Chicago will elect 10 new school board members in 2024, ending 30 years of mayoral control.
The district posted its opening proposals online and the union shared its contract ideas with members. Both sides want at least a four-year agreement.
Chicago Public Schools has a new formula for funding its schools. Some are seeing boosts, while others will be working with tighter budgets.
Illinois high school juniors will have to take the ACT to graduate starting spring 2025. This comes at a time when most colleges and universities are again requiring students to take entrance exams for the admissions process.
Organizers of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago are inviting high school students to design buttons and other memorabilia.
Thirteen candidates from across Chicago joined a virtual forum hosted by the group CPS Parents for Buses, which organized earlier this year after the district canceled transportation for students at magnet and selective schools.