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Report Links Chicago Charter Schools To CPS Financial Struggles
Charter schools have long been the subject of debate. Many critics feel that they’re being used as a privatized way to make public schools obsolete. While these schools receive funding from the same financial pool as public schools, they’re usually privately owned and operated. They also aren’t restricted to the same regulations as public schools. […]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel Proposes New Graduation Requirements For CPS
As a mayor, Rahm Emanuel is often criticized for his approach to solving Chicago’s problems. His proposal on increasing CPS graduation rates was no different. The plan in question calls for CPS students to not be allowed to graduate until they offer some evidence that their next step in life is planned out. This evidence […]
Children of CPS Staff Get Free Tuition At University of Chicago
The University of Chicago is stepping in to ensure a quality education for local families in a big way. WBEZ reports that the university will offer free tuition to students who are the children of Chicago Public Schools staff members.
Chance the Rapper Flustered After Talking CPS Funding With Ill. Governor
Chance the Rapper, a proud product of Chicago Public Schools, was noticeably flustered this past Friday after meeting with Ill. Governor Bruce Rauner regarding funding for the school system.
Lincoln Park High School Students Walk Out To Protest CPS Budget Cuts
Friday morning, hundreds of students at Lincoln Park High School walked out of class to protest Chicago Public School’s proposed budget cuts. The students are concerned that if things continue on their current trend, they soon won’t have a school to attend at all, according to ABC7.
More CPS grads are getting college diplomas, though racial gaps persist
The following piece is from Catalyst Chicago. It was written by Melissa Sanchez. By: Melissa Sanchez Back in 2006, Chicago researchers released a startling report on the post-secondary success of CPS students. The study ultimately concluded that just eight of every 100 high school freshmen would end up getting a college degree. The numbers […]
Why so few white kids land in CPS — and why it matters
The following piece is from WBEZ. It was written by Natalie Moore. By: Natalie Moore Whites represent only 9 percent of the district’s student body, making school segregation worse.
Video: CPS students rally to demand elected school board
Dozens of Chicago Public School students rallied downtown Monday to demand an elected board of education. More than 200 students are part of the Chicago Students Union, which was formed in 2013. But students say the board refuses to listen to them.
One quarter of CPS’s budget spent at just three schools
Close to twenty-five percent of the Chicago Public Schools $423 million budget is going to just three schools in the district. All three schools are selective enrollment high schools on the North Side.
CPS Report: privately run charter schools expel students at higher rates
According to a report released by the Chicago Public Schools, privately run charter schools expel students at higher rates than other institutions of learning in the district. The data revealed that during the last school year, 307 students were kicked out of charter schools, compared to 182 kids expelled out of district-run schools. Charter schools […]
CPS introduces black studies programs to curriculum
On Wednesday, Chicago Public Schools officials announced the launching of a comprehensive black studies program that will be rolled out next month. The program expands education on black history beyond that of prominent black leaders, civil rights and the slave trade, which is currently being taught in public schools.
Shooting Along CPS “Safe Route” Leaves 5 Injured
Five people were wounded – four critically – in a shooting in Uptown along a CPS safe passage route. The shooting occurred around 6pm along the route where students displaced by the closing of Steward School will travel to Brenneman Elementary this fall.