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At least 150 Chicago schools set to lose staff next school year
Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news.At least 150 Chicago Public Schools will have fewer staff positions next school year, according to a Chalkbeat analysis of school budget documents released by the district Tuesday.The shifts in school staff are coming despite a new funding formula meant to more equitably fund schools and provide set staffing levels, as district leaders work to close a major budget deficit and grapple with the end of federal COVID relief money.Still, district leaders said Tuesday that they’re optimistic about the new budget formula, and that CPS...
Big changes coming to CPS budget next year
CHICAGO — A big change is coming next year to the funding model for Chicago Public Schools, where CPS will be moving from a student-based to a needs-based budgeting formula. “This budget relied on a metric called the opportunity index level of need,” said Mike Sitkowski, CPS budget chief. “Within school communities, the index relies […]
University of Chicago Withholds Degrees of Pro-Palestinian Student Protesters Amid Disciplinary Investigation
The University of Chicago is in the spotlight as it moves to withhold degrees from four pro-Palestinian student protesters, including Youssef Hasweh, a political science major who recently completed his finals, with graduation on the horizon. Hasweh and his classmates, participants in the UChicago United for Palestine encampment, are entangled in a disciplinary process due to their protest against the Israel-Hamas war, an action that has led to the withholding of their degrees pending the outcome of the university's investigation, according to Chicago Sun-Times.
Senate president says he accepts Mayor Brandon Johnson’s pledge not to close schools: ‘This is a business based on trust.’
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Senate President Don Harmon said he passed on putting a measure to extend a moratorium on public school closings in Chicago to a vote because he accepted Mayor Brandon Johnson’s promise not to shut down any schools or deplete funding for selective enrollment schools. “The mayor has always been emphatically clear with me that he does not intend to close schools, he does ...
South Suburban College to debut Emergency Medical Responder course this summer
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (May 27, 2024) – South Suburban College has announced it will start a Emergency Medical Responder course this summer, allowing students to obtain a state license as an EMR. The eight-week course is three credit hours, and is designed to be an entry-level step toward completing...
Ulric Shannon Shares Inspiring Journey And Brown v. Board’s Lasting Impact
Chicago native Ulric Shannon understands the importance of a solid education. Despite his parents not graduating from college, his father, who was from Alabama, and his mother, who was raised in the Chicago housing projects, instilled in their son the value of education. Like many striving for more, their drive...
Final Week to Register for Summer Classes at South Suburban College
South Suburban College (SSC) Attention Attention! This week is the last week to register for summer classes at SSC. Summer classes start on Monday, June 3rd, and spacing is limited. Don't wait; classes fill quickly. The summer session allows students to begin or continue their college experience with SSC, or to come home from their four-year institution to take additional credits conveniently and at a more affordable rate. Secure your class today before they're filled.
Chicago nonprofit aims to revolutionize literacy instruction
CHICAGO — Trends may come and go, but a Chicago nonprofit wants kids to know that reading is always in style. The group is called Education Couture and the tailor-made program aims to revolutionize literacy instruction. WGN’s Sean Lewis has more.
Summer Recharge: Students discuss why breaks from school are so important
As the spring quarter is ending, and the temperatures are already rising, students at DePaul have expressed how eager they are for the summer break. Whether spending summer working, at internships or on a vacation, many emphasize the need for a break from school to help their mental health. A...
Hammond School Board seeking proposals for forensic audit
The Hammond School Board wants a forensic audit of the district's finances. The school board last week agreed to issue a request for proposals. The state's regular audits haven't found any problems, but board member Carlotta Blake-King wants to dig deeper. "In lieu of all of this deficit and nobody seems to want to be held accountable, I think it is time for the sake of our taxpayers, if we want their trust back," Blake-King said.
South Suburban College Welcomes Back “College for Kids” Summer Program
The Office of Continuing, Corporate, and Community Education (C3) at South Suburban College (SSC) is excited to announce the return of the College for Kids program. This enriching summer program will be held at the main campus in South Holland and will run from Monday, June 24, 2024, through Thursday, July 25, 2024. Please note that classes will not be held on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day.
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