Chicago Public Schools students returned to classrooms amid a looming $734 million budget deficit. District leaders face tough decisions as they balance funding gaps with educational priorities. (WGN-TV)
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Chicago Public Schools families welcomed the 2025-26 school year with excitement and hope. Students and staff returned to classrooms across the city, marking a fresh start filled with new opportunities and challenges.
Chicago Public Schools faces a $734 million budget deficit as students return for the new school year. The looming shortfall raises concerns over resources and staffing for CPS schools, ABC7 Chicago reports.
The Trump Administration has launched an investigation into Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan, raising concerns over its content and implementation. The review aims to assess potential federal policy violations.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced no additional state funding will be allocated to Chicago Public Schools this fiscal year, citing budget constraints. The decision raises concerns about the district’s financial challenges.
It’s the first day of school at Chicago Public Schools. Key issues include COVID-19 protocols, staffing shortages, remote learning options, safety measures, and student attendance. Here’s what Block Club Chicago is watching.
As Chicago Public Schools students return to class, experts highlight back-to-school anxiety in kids. Awareness and support are key to easing the transition and promoting mental well-being, ABC7 Chicago reports.
Chicago Parent’s 2025 ranking highlights top school districts in the Chicago area, emphasizing academic excellence, safety, and community engagement. Suburban districts continue to lead in overall performance and resources.
Chicago Parent highlights the best special education schools in Chicagoland, offering top programs tailored to diverse learning needs. These institutions prioritize inclusive, supportive environments for student growth and success.
Illinois Governor, joined by 16 other state leaders, is demanding the release of $7 billion in withheld school funding. The coalition urges federal action to support education amid ongoing budget delays, Chalkbeat reports.
Theaster Gates’s The Land School officially opens on September 14 in Chicago, marking a new chapter in urban renewal and arts education. The project blends community engagement with innovative design.
CPS enrollment trends, recent Trump policies, and changes in special education funding are key issues shaping the upcoming Chicago school year. Stakeholders watch closely as impacts unfold in classrooms citywide.
The newly formed hybrid Chicago Board of Education has officially taken charge as elected and appointed members were sworn in, marking a historic shift in the city’s education governance, reported WTTW News.
The Trump administration has released $6 billion in education funding aimed at supporting schools nationwide. The move seeks to enhance resources and address pandemic-related challenges, ABC7 Chicago reports.
Illinois stands firm against federal pressure to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, despite threats to withhold funding. The state emphasizes its commitment to DEI as a priority in education and government.
Chicago Public Schools’ latest changes aim to streamline special education services, but advocates warn of potential delays and resource gaps. The impact on students with disabilities remains a critical concern.
Chicago Public Schools faces a $734 million budget deficit, raising concerns over funding cuts and program impacts. WBEZ Chicago tracks the evolving financial crisis and responses from district officials.
An effort is underway to open a Jewish high school in Chicago amid rising antisemitism concerns. Advocates say the school will provide a safe, supportive environment for Jewish students in the city.
Illinois lawmakers have passed a new law guaranteeing access to public education for immigrant students, reinforcing the state’s commitment to inclusive and equitable learning opportunities.
Chicago Public Schools’ overhaul of its special education department has sparked concern among advocates, who worry the changes may disrupt services for vulnerable students, raising questions about the impact on support quality.