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Live updates from Day 4 of the Chicago teachers strike: Elizabeth Warren stops by, a $500M price tag, and a Thursday protest plan
Chicago

Updated 55 mins ago

walkout fears

Chicago

22 hours ago

Parents, students worry about the toll of Chicago teacher strike: losing days in the classroom

First Person

Chicago

4 hours ago

When my dad died, my school held me up. I’m on strike because I want my Chicago students to get the same support.

2020 vision

National

5 hours ago

Elizabeth Warren joins teachers on strike in Chicago: ‘Unions are how we have power’

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Chicago

19 hours ago

Chicago teachers talks stall; no hope for early end to strike, union warns

How I Teach

How I Teach

Chicago

August 16, 2019

No worksheets here: This Chicago kindergarten teacher wants to bring play back to classrooms

The misconception that play cannot be rigorous and meaningful robs students of their opportunity to learn in a developmentally appropriate manner.

How I Teach

Chicago

August 5, 2019

How visits to schools abroad enriched this Chicago teacher’s work in social and emotional learning

Hyam Elsaharty thinks Chicago is on the cutting edge of social and emotional learning. She would know — she’s traveled around the world to see it in practice.

How I Teach

Chicago

April 29, 2019

How one Chicago high school teacher is helping students think for themselves, despite all that screentime

Here, in a feature we call How I Teach, we ask educators who’ve been recognized for their work how they approach their jobs. You can…

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First Person

Chicago

1 day ago

My son’s Chicago school told me no one could administer his medication. I’m glad his teachers are on strike.

This strike is difficult for all parents, but it is especially difficult for students with special needs and their parents. Yet it is also essential for them.

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Chicago

Updated 20 hours ago

Live updates from Day 3 of the Chicago teachers strike: A quick settlement ‘not likely,’ union says

Monday dawned with no deal, no school, and rain in the forecast. Striking Chicago teachers planned a seven-mile picket line on the South Side starting at 8 a.m.

Strike update

Chicago

2 days ago

No deal yet: Classes canceled Monday as Chicago teachers strike heads into second school week

School buildings will be open and students will be served breakfast and lunch at schools.

No deal yet

Chicago

Updated 3 days ago

Union reports progress at Saturday talks, but mayor says school will likely be canceled Monday

Earlier in the day, Mayor Lori Lightfoot told reporters that she would be “very surprised” if classes resumed on Monday.

Diversity & Equity

First Person

Chicago

September 16, 2019

Competitive high school admissions policies send students strong messages about their worth. Students are listening.

Parents, educators, and mentors need to talk thoughtfully with young people about competitive admissions.

We're listening

Chicago

September 10, 2019

Here are some school stories we’ll be watching this year in Chicago — and how you can help

We'll cover Chicago school leaders, teacher bargaining, pre-K, and more, and we'll always be looking to find out how well students are learning.

Back to school

Chicago

September 3, 2019

On wishlists for the new school year in Chicago: Better grades, better lunches, safe schools

Chalkbeat spoke to parents, students, and educators across a range of neighborhoods about their back-to-school hopes. Common themes emerged.

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2020 vision

National

5 hours ago

Elizabeth Warren joins teachers on strike in Chicago: ‘Unions are how we have power’

Elizabeth Warren offered another big show of support for teachers unions on Tuesday, appearing with Chicago teachers as their strike extended into a fourth school day.

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Newark

Updated 5 hours ago

‘When they see you, they see themselves’: Newark’s male teachers of color say why their work matters

Even in a city where some 90% of students are black or Hispanic, male teachers of color make up just 13% of Newark’s teachers.

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Chicago

Updated 55 mins ago

Live updates from Day 4 of the Chicago teachers strike: Elizabeth Warren stops by, a $500M price tag, and a Thursday protest plan

We'll be updating this live blog throughout the day with reports from picket lines, negotiations, and appearances from Lori Lightfoot and her team. Check back for updates

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