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CPS Class Size Reduction a Top Priority for State Lawmaker

Chicago Talks, March 3, 2012

A state lawmaker wants to limit the number of students in every Chicago Public School…

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Board of Education Approved all School Closings and Turnarounds Amid Public Criticism

Chicago Talks, February 29, 2012

The Chicago Board of Education unanimously voted Wednesday, Feb. 22, to close 17 Chicago Public…

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Lawmaker and former teacher moves to legislate time on task

Chicago Talks, February 24, 2012

SPRINGFIELD – This will be the last year students in Illinois enjoy a short day…

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The Schools Chicago’s Students Deserve (VIDEO)

Chicago Talks, February 23, 2012

Our reporter, Caitlin Baxa, tracks the buzz from social media about the school protests. On…

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Parents end sit-in after promised meeting with education officials

Chicago Talks, February 20, 2012

Between 60 and 100 parents and protesters left  Brian Piccolo Elementary Specialty School Saturday afternoon…

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Gov. Quinn Echoes President: Raise School Dropout Age

Chicago Talks, February 12, 2012

In his State of the Union speech, President Obama called for states to increase the…

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Chicago Schools Hope to See “Race To The Top” Funds

Chicago Talks, February 9, 2012

Illinois is in line to get $42.8 million of  “Race To The Top” grant money…

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CPS Addresses Principal Vacancies, Faces Skepticism

Chicago Talks, January 25, 2012

Hiring new, effective principals is a pressing problem for Local School Councils across the city….

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  • Queer Chicago designer finds niche dressing drag performers
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