Parents, students and teachers protested cuts in special education funding before the Chicago Board of Education. Angie Chavero, whose 8th grade daughter Daisy Chavero, has a…
Parents Criticize Special Education Cuts at CPS Board Meeting
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Thomas Kelly High School Seeks to Improve Marketability
Members of Thomas Kelly High School‘s Local School Council (LSC) at an April meeting discussed ways to improve its visibility and reputation in its Brighton…
Bill would Address Police-Student Questioning
Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that would inform students of their rights when being questioned by police on school grounds. The bill, which is…
PARCC Test Administered, Opt Out Debate Continues
Bickering between Chicago Public Schools and the State of Illinois over administration of the controversial PARCC test, which began statewide on Monday, is causing headaches…
Parent Participation A Success At Ella Flagg Young
Exploring ways for parents to get more involved in their children’s education was the main topic of discussion at a recent Ella Flagg Young Elementary School local…
Jones College Prep Principal Addresses Controversial Dress Code
The principal of Jones College Preparatory High School has finally addressed the controversial dress code decisions that have left some students angry since August. Last…
Maywood Youth Mentoring
Doris Smith said programs like Maywood Youth Mentoring helps her raise her three young grandchildren. “I get a lot of information from the events,” Smith said. “This…
Housing An Option For Repurposing Closed CPS Schools?
Some Chicago Public Schools, which fell victim to school closures, are being recommended for re-purposing for low income housing; but arguments suggest this plan won’t benefit these…