Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Jesse Sharkey joined FOX Chicago Sunday this week.
Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Jesse Sharkey joined FOX Chicago Sunday this week.
School reform negotiators tell FOX Chicago News they may be on the verge of an agreement to lengthen Chicago’s scandalously short school day by one full hour.
School reform negotiators tell FOX Chicago News they may be on the verge of an agreement to lengthen Chicago’s scandalously short school day by one full hour.
More than 100 Chicago Public School parents and students spent Friday morning protesting the proposed closing and consolidation of 13 CPS schools.
More than 100 Chicago Public School parents and students spent Friday morning protesting the proposed closing and consolidation of 13 CPS schools.
Students at a controversial charter school in the south suburbs will be moving Monday into their new building.
Students at a controversial charter school in the south suburbs will be moving Monday into their new building.
Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel says he'll push for a second all-girls public high school in Chicago.
Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel says he'll push for a second all-girls public high school in Chicago.
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel is sending a warning to Chicago teachers, saying they should expect to work longer hours when he takes over at City Hall.
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel is sending a warning to Chicago teachers, saying they should expect to work longer hours when he takes over at City Hall.
An effort to get kids to eat better has led one Chicago Public School to ban bag lunches.
An effort to get kids to eat better has led one Chicago Public School to ban bag lunches.
Fresh off a visit to China, Mayor Richard Daley touted nearly $500,000 the Chicago Public Schools are getting in grants from private companies and the federal government to benefit Chinese study and announced his plans after...
Fresh off a visit to China, Mayor Richard Daley touted nearly $500,000 the Chicago Public Schools are getting in grants from private companies and the federal government to benefit Chinese study and announced his plans after...
An audit released Thursday of the College Illinois prepaid tuition program slammed the state agency overseeing the program for not following “sound business practices” or state law when hiring a politically connected...
An audit released Thursday of the College Illinois prepaid tuition program slammed the state agency overseeing the program for not following “sound business practices” or state law when hiring a politically connected...
Chicago Public School officials announced Monday that they were pulling a proposal to fold Beidler Elementary into Cather Elementary to make room for a charter high school.
Chicago Public School officials announced Monday that they were pulling a proposal to fold Beidler Elementary into Cather Elementary to make room for a charter high school.
Leaders of the state's largest teachers union said Monday they hope to have a statewide deal on school reform legislation as soon as Tuesday, and they said they're prepared to let teacher qualifications -- instead of just...
Leaders of the state's largest teachers union said Monday they hope to have a statewide deal on school reform legislation as soon as Tuesday, and they said they're prepared to let teacher qualifications -- instead of just...
It looks like Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel may be going out of state in his search for the next leader of the Chicago Public Schools.
It looks like Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel may be going out of state in his search for the next leader of the Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago Public School students are going on spring break next wee, and Mayor Daley wants to make sure they stay out of trouble.
Chicago Public School students are going on spring break next wee, and Mayor Daley wants to make sure they stay out of trouble.
Illinois teachers would find it harder to strike and easier to lose their jobs for poor performance under an agreement announced Wednesday by lawmakers and education groups.
Illinois teachers would find it harder to strike and easier to lose their jobs for poor performance under an agreement announced Wednesday by lawmakers and education groups.
The Illinois Senate has unanimously approved sweeping legislation that would reduce teachers' job security and emphasize performance over seniority.
The Illinois Senate has unanimously approved sweeping legislation that would reduce teachers' job security and emphasize performance over seniority.
Illinois Federation of Teachers President Dan Montgomery warns that his members in Chicago will want more money if they're told to work more hours.
Illinois Federation of Teachers President Dan Montgomery warns that his members in Chicago will want more money if they're told to work more hours.
Jean-Claude Brizard has been tapped by Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel to become the next CEO of the Chicago Public Schools.
Jean-Claude Brizard has been tapped by Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel to become the next CEO of the Chicago Public Schools.
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel named Rochester, N.Y. Schools Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard as his choice to head Chicago's Public Schools.
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel named Rochester, N.Y. Schools Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard as his choice to head Chicago's Public Schools.
Students at the University of Illinois are facing another big tuition increase. Interim President Stanley Ikenberry said the tuition increase will be at least 9 percent.
Students at the University of Illinois are facing another big tuition increase. Interim President Stanley Ikenberry said the tuition increase will be at least 9 percent.
Jean-Claude Brizard’s political foes in Rochester, N.Y., have painted a false picture of him.
Jean-Claude Brizard’s political foes in Rochester, N.Y., have painted a false picture of him.
Jean-Claude Brizard, Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel's pick to be the next CPS chief, was the subject of two federal lawsuits questioning his practices during his contentious three years as superintendent of the school district in...
Jean-Claude Brizard, Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel's pick to be the next CPS chief, was the subject of two federal lawsuits questioning his practices during his contentious three years as superintendent of the school district in...
Nationally recognized school reformer Michelle Rhee was in Chicago on Tuesday, and she offered a strong endorsement of new Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard, who was disliked by most teachers in his previous...
Nationally recognized school reformer Michelle Rhee was in Chicago on Tuesday, and she offered a strong endorsement of new Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard, who was disliked by most teachers in his previous...
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel wants big changes for Chicago Public Schools. He told educators Wednesday night that CPS should add 90 minutes to each school day and 10 days to the school year.
Mayor-Elect Rahm Emanuel wants big changes for Chicago Public Schools. He told educators Wednesday night that CPS should add 90 minutes to each school day and 10 days to the school year.
Mayor Daley said he has not yet seen the report that suggests two former Chicago School Board Presidents spent thousands of taxpayer dollars on food, travel and gifts.
Mayor Daley said he has not yet seen the report that suggests two former Chicago School Board Presidents spent thousands of taxpayer dollars on food, travel and gifts.
The school board in Plainfield Dist. 202 will vote tomorrow night on a proposal to eliminate 222 jobs.
The school board in Plainfield Dist. 202 will vote tomorrow night on a proposal to eliminate 222 jobs.
The Plainfield School District has cut seven administrative positions, and more could be on the way.
The Plainfield School District has cut seven administrative positions, and more could be on the way.
Maine Township School District 207 is cutting 135 jobs.
Maine Township School District 207 is cutting 135 jobs.
New Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard said he's doing research to understand the challenges he will face running the nation's third-largest school district.
New Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard said he's doing research to understand the challenges he will face running the nation's third-largest school district.
This week, Illinois lawmakers will once again vote on a school voucher plan.
This week, Illinois lawmakers will once again vote on a school voucher plan.
One hundred and four: that's the number of students in the senior class at Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men on the south side.
One hundred and four: that's the number of students in the senior class at Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men on the south side.
The incoming CEO of Chicago Public Schools is not Superman, but Jean Claude Brizard said that Chicago can be saved from failing schools, if everybody is in.
The incoming CEO of Chicago Public Schools is not Superman, but Jean Claude Brizard said that Chicago can be saved from failing schools, if everybody is in.
The coalition that helped craft Illinois school reform is in jeopardy tonight.
The coalition that helped craft Illinois school reform is in jeopardy tonight.
School reform is the topic of David Houle's newest book, “Shift Ed: A Call to Action for Transforming K-12 Education.” He joined FOX Chicigao to talk about changing education.
School reform is the topic of David Houle's newest book, “Shift Ed: A Call to Action for Transforming K-12 Education.” He joined FOX Chicigao to talk about changing education.
This week negotiators in Springfield are trying to save the school reform bill. The teachers unions want lawmakers to un-do what the Chicago Teachers Union calls "last minute trickery" on the bill passed unanimously by the...
This week negotiators in Springfield are trying to save the school reform bill. The teachers unions want lawmakers to un-do what the Chicago Teachers Union calls "last minute trickery" on the bill passed unanimously by the...
A new report from the University of Chicago suggests that teachers need to be more visible to keep schools safe.
A new report from the University of Chicago suggests that teachers need to be more visible to keep schools safe.
Good teachers don't usually get enough recognition, but at least once a year in Chicago, we're reminded that talented teachers in the classroom are golden.
Good teachers don't usually get enough recognition, but at least once a year in Chicago, we're reminded that talented teachers in the classroom are golden.
Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel pushes forward in fixing Chicago Public Schools’ flawed system.
Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel pushes forward in fixing Chicago Public Schools’ flawed system.
The school reform bill approved in the Illinois House on Thursday is being called remarkable, landmark, and historic. The vote was 112-1.
The school reform bill approved in the Illinois House on Thursday is being called remarkable, landmark, and historic. The vote was 112-1.
The lives of thousands of Chicago Public School students could be changing next year. There are now new admissions criteria for Chicago's magnet schools.
The lives of thousands of Chicago Public School students could be changing next year. There are now new admissions criteria for Chicago's magnet schools.
A heated debate over textbooks at the Texas State Board of Education meeting. Liberals and Conservatives are divided over some issues including race and religion.
A heated debate over textbooks at the Texas State Board of Education meeting. Liberals and Conservatives are divided over some issues including race and religion.
They failed to complete their assignment Wednesday, so State School Board members got a crash course in management Thursday morning.
They failed to complete their assignment Wednesday, so State School Board members got a crash course in management Thursday morning.
Austin, Texas (AP) — The Texas State Board of Education preliminarily adopted new social studies standards Friday after days of heated debate marked by race and politics, shaping what teachers will be required to cover in...
Austin, Texas (AP) — The Texas State Board of Education preliminarily adopted new social studies standards Friday after days of heated debate marked by race and politics, shaping what teachers will be required to cover in...
Times are tough for college students like Inessa Volkonidina, a pre-med student who wants to become a doctor.
Times are tough for college students like Inessa Volkonidina, a pre-med student who wants to become a doctor.
Chicago Public Schools are facing such dire budget troubles it could leave classes severely overcrowded.
Chicago Public Schools are facing such dire budget troubles it could leave classes severely overcrowded.
It’s an extra sweet Tuesday because some of your favorite chains are giving away tasty treats for free.Mayor Daley is urging the Chicago Teachers Union to help the city avoid drastic budget cuts.
It’s an extra sweet Tuesday because some of your favorite chains are giving away tasty treats for free.Mayor Daley is urging the Chicago Teachers Union to help the city avoid drastic budget cuts.
Some high school students say you can't get good food at Chicago Public Schools and they plan to take their fight to Wednesday’s school board meeting.
Some high school students say you can't get good food at Chicago Public Schools and they plan to take their fight to Wednesday’s school board meeting.
Just as a new Chicago schools leadership team stares down a $720 million deficit, the district’s chief financial officer — and one of the few executives Mayor Rahm Emanuel kept on — is resigning, the Chicago Sun-Times...
Just as a new Chicago schools leadership team stares down a $720 million deficit, the district’s chief financial officer — and one of the few executives Mayor Rahm Emanuel kept on — is resigning, the Chicago Sun-Times...
A four-day school week is one of the budget-saving ideas coming from Springfield.
A four-day school week is one of the budget-saving ideas coming from Springfield.
FOX Chicago has been focusing a lot of our reporting on public schools in recent months. With the crisis in education, teachers are often in the cross hairs. Robin Robinson accepted an invitation to get just a small taste of...
FOX Chicago has been focusing a lot of our reporting on public schools in recent months. With the crisis in education, teachers are often in the cross hairs. Robin Robinson accepted an invitation to get just a small taste of...
A school in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood has received a big financial boost.
A school in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood has received a big financial boost.
Jean-Claude Brizard, Mayor Rahm Emanuel's choice for CEO of Chicago Public Schools, won formal approval Wednesday.
Jean-Claude Brizard, Mayor Rahm Emanuel's choice for CEO of Chicago Public Schools, won formal approval Wednesday.
Big pay doesn't necessarily mean big results, according to a recent Sun-Times analysis of teacher salaries across the state.
Big pay doesn't necessarily mean big results, according to a recent Sun-Times analysis of teacher salaries across the state.
With a bit of a bumpy start, Jean-Claude Brizard is settling in as Chicago Public Schools chief. He's in the middle of a listening tour around the city, and he joined us to tell us what he's hearing from students, teachers...
With a bit of a bumpy start, Jean-Claude Brizard is settling in as Chicago Public Schools chief. He's in the middle of a listening tour around the city, and he joined us to tell us what he's hearing from students, teachers...
Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard and Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced cuts to the CPS budget Thursday morning at South Loop Elementary downtown.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard and Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced cuts to the CPS budget Thursday morning at South Loop Elementary downtown.
The heads of the state's two largest school districts are looking even closer at the governor's proposed budget, and they are not happy.
The heads of the state's two largest school districts are looking even closer at the governor's proposed budget, and they are not happy.
Adding to the morning chaos at Wentworth School on the south side: breakfast in a bag.
Adding to the morning chaos at Wentworth School on the south side: breakfast in a bag.
A story FOX Chicago reported Thursday has already led to changes at Chicago Public Schools. It was about the new "breakfast in the classroom" program.
A story FOX Chicago reported Thursday has already led to changes at Chicago Public Schools. It was about the new "breakfast in the classroom" program.
Parents of Chicago Public School students are getting a letter Monday from new Chief Jean-Claude Brizard.
Parents of Chicago Public School students are getting a letter Monday from new Chief Jean-Claude Brizard.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn named former Chicago schools chief and Chicago mayor candidate Gery Chico as chairman of the State Board of Education.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn named former Chicago schools chief and Chicago mayor candidate Gery Chico as chairman of the State Board of Education.
Chicago Public Schools chief executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard will have an annual salary of $250,000, about $20,000 more than his predecessor.
Chicago Public Schools chief executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard will have an annual salary of $250,000, about $20,000 more than his predecessor.
Parents who invested in one of Illinois' prepaid college programs may be out of luck when they go to pay tuition.
Parents who invested in one of Illinois' prepaid college programs may be out of luck when they go to pay tuition.
FOX Chicago’s Tisha Lewis and Robin Robinson are launching a new mentor program for middle school girls called Sisters Peak, to provide them with positive role models.
FOX Chicago’s Tisha Lewis and Robin Robinson are launching a new mentor program for middle school girls called Sisters Peak, to provide them with positive role models.
The Illinois House is expected to vote Wednesday on a school voucher bill that would give some parents a choice on where they send their kids to school.
The Illinois House is expected to vote Wednesday on a school voucher bill that would give some parents a choice on where they send their kids to school.
Gov. Pat Quinn signed a historic education reform bill Monday that means students will spend more time in the classroom and poor performing classes could put teachers on the chopping block.
Gov. Pat Quinn signed a historic education reform bill Monday that means students will spend more time in the classroom and poor performing classes could put teachers on the chopping block.
It's back to square one for nearly 750 tenured teachers who were fired last summer by the Chicago Public Schools.
It's back to square one for nearly 750 tenured teachers who were fired last summer by the Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago homeowners will see a property tax increase for the public schools this fall.
Chicago homeowners will see a property tax increase for the public schools this fall.
Illinois families in the Bright Start college savings program can get refunds if they missed out on a special promotion earlier this month.
Illinois families in the Bright Start college savings program can get refunds if they missed out on a special promotion earlier this month.
Hundreds of teachers from the Chicago Teachers Union protested at Chicago Public School headquarters Wednesday as the board approved raises for six executives, days after the board denied teachers a 4 percent raise.
Hundreds of teachers from the Chicago Teachers Union protested at Chicago Public School headquarters Wednesday as the board approved raises for six executives, days after the board denied teachers a 4 percent raise.
An Illinois state senator is asking for a delay in confirming Gery Chico to head the state school board so he can ask questions about a not-for-profit organization.
An Illinois state senator is asking for a delay in confirming Gery Chico to head the state school board so he can ask questions about a not-for-profit organization.
The new chief of Chicago Public Schools Jean-Claude Brizard wants teachers to visit students at home, even in violent neighborhoods.
The new chief of Chicago Public Schools Jean-Claude Brizard wants teachers to visit students at home, even in violent neighborhoods.
University of Illinois trustees voted Thursday to raise tuition for new students by 9.5 percent and approved a contract that pays the school's incoming president approximately $620,000 a year — about $170,000 more than the...
University of Illinois trustees voted Thursday to raise tuition for new students by 9.5 percent and approved a contract that pays the school's incoming president approximately $620,000 a year — about $170,000 more than the...
Roughly 1,000 Chicago Public School teachers are about to lose their jobs.
Roughly 1,000 Chicago Public School teachers are about to lose their jobs.
Chicago Public Schools Chief Jean-Claude Brizard met with community activists at Whittier Elementary School Monday.
Chicago Public Schools Chief Jean-Claude Brizard met with community activists at Whittier Elementary School Monday.
People with connections to the Illinois treasurer's office received early notice of a limited offer through Bright Start that added cash to college savings accounts, giving them an edge over thousands of people who were shut...
People with connections to the Illinois treasurer's office received early notice of a limited offer through Bright Start that added cash to college savings accounts, giving them an edge over thousands of people who were shut...
Federal education officials say schools serving mostly black students are more likely to have inexperienced teachers than those largely serving whites, and few school districts have pre-kindergarten programs targeting...
Federal education officials say schools serving mostly black students are more likely to have inexperienced teachers than those largely serving whites, and few school districts have pre-kindergarten programs targeting...
Community activists have won a battle with Chicago Public Schools over the building of a new library at Whittier Elementary School.
Community activists have won a battle with Chicago Public Schools over the building of a new library at Whittier Elementary School.
Chicago Public Schools is debating on whether to end the practice of stationing two Chicago Police officers inside of every public high school in the city.
Chicago Public Schools is debating on whether to end the practice of stationing two Chicago Police officers inside of every public high school in the city.
Vice President Joe Biden was in Chicago Sunday talking to the nation's largest education union.
Vice President Joe Biden was in Chicago Sunday talking to the nation's largest education union.
The nation's largest education union has endorsed President Barack Obama's 2012 re-election campaign.
The nation's largest education union has endorsed President Barack Obama's 2012 re-election campaign.
Illinois will assess only reading and arithmetic now that high school juniors will no longer be tested on their writing skills during standardized exams every spring, according to a published report.
Illinois will assess only reading and arithmetic now that high school juniors will no longer be tested on their writing skills during standardized exams every spring, according to a published report.
Wendell Smith Elementary School was born out of an uprising of community demand, and nearly 40 years later that community is demanding that it change - or close.
Wendell Smith Elementary School was born out of an uprising of community demand, and nearly 40 years later that community is demanding that it change - or close.
Chicago Public School administrators and staff will share in the budget pain with teachers. Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard sent a letter Thursday that said there will be no pay raises this year.
Chicago Public School administrators and staff will share in the budget pain with teachers. Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard sent a letter Thursday that said there will be no pay raises this year.
Elementary-age children would no longer have a chance to learn a foreign language at their neighborhood public school under a decision to dump "world languages" to save $3.5 million, Chicago Public School officials revealed...
Elementary-age children would no longer have a chance to learn a foreign language at their neighborhood public school under a decision to dump "world languages" to save $3.5 million, Chicago Public School officials revealed...
Chicago Public School leaders are toying with the idea of a longer school day, with students at the 100 most troubled elementary schools in classrooms for eight hours per day, not six.
Chicago Public School leaders are toying with the idea of a longer school day, with students at the 100 most troubled elementary schools in classrooms for eight hours per day, not six.
Naperville District 203 teachers overwhelmingly approved the terms of a proposed 3-year contract Friday, one that calls for no increase in base pay the first year and an estimated average annual increase in base pay of 1...
Naperville District 203 teachers overwhelmingly approved the terms of a proposed 3-year contract Friday, one that calls for no increase in base pay the first year and an estimated average annual increase in base pay of 1...
Chicago Public School employees, parents and officials gathered outside Solider Field Wednesday morning to rally for funding.
Chicago Public School employees, parents and officials gathered outside Solider Field Wednesday morning to rally for funding.
Students from at least six Chicago public high schools held a walkout in protest Wednesday.
Students from at least six Chicago public high schools held a walkout in protest Wednesday.
The Chicago Teachers Union has followed through on a threat to sue the Chicago Board of Education, trying to block the board from raising class sizes.
The Chicago Teachers Union has followed through on a threat to sue the Chicago Board of Education, trying to block the board from raising class sizes.
At Morton High School District 201, school officials have cut the number of credits that students need to graduate from 22 to 20, according to the Chicago Tribune.
At Morton High School District 201, school officials have cut the number of credits that students need to graduate from 22 to 20, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Some Chicago Public School teachers are getting a new report card, and it's not a pretty picture.
Some Chicago Public School teachers are getting a new report card, and it's not a pretty picture.
The Chicago Teachers Union protested outside school board headquarters Tuesday. The demonstration, led by the union's new president, Karen Lewis, came ahead of an emergency board meeting.
The Chicago Teachers Union protested outside school board headquarters Tuesday. The demonstration, led by the union's new president, Karen Lewis, came ahead of an emergency board meeting.
CPS CEO Ron Huberman can now borrow $800 million and layoff thousands of teachers to pay the bills. Teachers who still have jobs could get a 4 percent pay hike, but some class sizes will go from 30 to 35 students. CTU...
CPS CEO Ron Huberman can now borrow $800 million and layoff thousands of teachers to pay the bills. Teachers who still have jobs could get a 4 percent pay hike, but some class sizes will go from 30 to 35 students. CTU...
Illinois is getting a commission to decide when charter schools should be created and then make sure they're running properly.
Illinois is getting a commission to decide when charter schools should be created and then make sure they're running properly.
Chicago Public Schools Thursday kicked off their back-to-school campaign.
Chicago Public Schools Thursday kicked off their back-to-school campaign.
Recently-elected Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel said he has decided not to send his three children to the city's public schools this fall, opting instead for a prestigious private school. Political commentators Dan Proft and...
Recently-elected Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel said he has decided not to send his three children to the city's public schools this fall, opting instead for a prestigious private school. Political commentators Dan Proft and...
Chicago is getting ready to spend $25 million on 38 Chicago Public Schools with the most students at risk.
Chicago is getting ready to spend $25 million on 38 Chicago Public Schools with the most students at risk.
High-tech security cameras could be coming to some Chicago Public Schools.
High-tech security cameras could be coming to some Chicago Public Schools.
While Chicago Public Schools face cutbacks and layoffs, there is some good news; Mayor Daley announced Wednesday an overall improvement in the standardized test scores of CPS students.
While Chicago Public Schools face cutbacks and layoffs, there is some good news; Mayor Daley announced Wednesday an overall improvement in the standardized test scores of CPS students.
The Chicago School Board has given Ron Huberman the power to remove the lowest-performing teachers.
The Chicago School Board has given Ron Huberman the power to remove the lowest-performing teachers.
Some schools are charging as much as $400 in sports fees, in addition to the money parents will have to shell out for books, electronic gadgets and other school supplies. But Groupon is offering up a deal of the day to help...
Some schools are charging as much as $400 in sports fees, in addition to the money parents will have to shell out for books, electronic gadgets and other school supplies. But Groupon is offering up a deal of the day to help...
Chicago Public Schools are putting more money into magnet schools and all-day kindergarten.
Chicago Public Schools are putting more money into magnet schools and all-day kindergarten.
Chicago Public Schools are stepping away from a doomsday budget plan that would have put as many as 35 students in one classroom.
Chicago Public Schools are stepping away from a doomsday budget plan that would have put as many as 35 students in one classroom.
Chicago's most competitive and coveted public schools could soon lose some of their academic luster. FOX Chicago News has learned that regional magnet and gifted schools -- which each typically have three extra teachers--may...
Chicago's most competitive and coveted public schools could soon lose some of their academic luster. FOX Chicago News has learned that regional magnet and gifted schools -- which each typically have three extra teachers--may...
Not going to school is not an option and dozens of volunteers including the Fox Chicago team hit the pavement in Englewood to help get that message out.
Not going to school is not an option and dozens of volunteers including the Fox Chicago team hit the pavement in Englewood to help get that message out.
For 20 years, Teach for America has been trying to send the best talent to students most in need. Here in Chicago, 400 smart people just finished a boot camp of sorts, with one goal in mind: closing the achievement gap.
For 20 years, Teach for America has been trying to send the best talent to students most in need. Here in Chicago, 400 smart people just finished a boot camp of sorts, with one goal in mind: closing the achievement gap.
Monday is the first day of school for thousands of Chicago charter school students.
Monday is the first day of school for thousands of Chicago charter school students.
Kids all over the place go to summer school; for many, it's a hot stretch in a warehouse-like school where very little is learned.
Kids all over the place go to summer school; for many, it's a hot stretch in a warehouse-like school where very little is learned.
Chicago Public Schools is proposing a budget for 2012 that eliminates a $712 million budget gap by raising property taxes to the maximum levels allowed by law.
Chicago Public Schools is proposing a budget for 2012 that eliminates a $712 million budget gap by raising property taxes to the maximum levels allowed by law.
While the markets may be down, stock in some Chicago students just went way up.
While the markets may be down, stock in some Chicago students just went way up.
School started Monday for thousands of Chicago Public School who attend Track E schools, which run a year-round schedule.
School started Monday for thousands of Chicago Public School who attend Track E schools, which run a year-round schedule.
Pastors United for Change and CPS parents called on leaders to lenghten Chicago Public School's school day and year at a press conference on Monday at Benneker Elementary School on the South Side.
Pastors United for Change and CPS parents called on leaders to lenghten Chicago Public School's school day and year at a press conference on Monday at Benneker Elementary School on the South Side.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is defending a property tax increase the Chicago Public Schools proposes because he says they've made substantial cuts.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is defending a property tax increase the Chicago Public Schools proposes because he says they've made substantial cuts.
A report by the Chicago Tribune shows some teachers working in suburban school districts are making more than $100,000 a year.
A report by the Chicago Tribune shows some teachers working in suburban school districts are making more than $100,000 a year.
“I have high hopes for this neighborhood,” Yale graduate and Chicago native Timeica Bethel said. “I mean it’s a really good area, it's right next to Midway so it's great real estate so hopefully it becomes something better.”
“I have high hopes for this neighborhood,” Yale graduate and Chicago native Timeica Bethel said. “I mean it’s a really good area, it's right next to Midway so it's great real estate so hopefully it becomes something better.”
Friday night, the Chicago Public Schools Board holds more public hearings on a proposed property tax hike that will equal about $84 more a year for the average household. Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis said it...
Friday night, the Chicago Public Schools Board holds more public hearings on a proposed property tax hike that will equal about $84 more a year for the average household. Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis said it...
The Chicago Public School Board will vote in two weeks on a proposed budget that includes a property tax hike. The final public hearing on the plan was held Friday night.
The Chicago Public School Board will vote in two weeks on a proposed budget that includes a property tax hike. The final public hearing on the plan was held Friday night.
After two years of salary freezes, CPS principals will have a chance to earn more, but they'll have to prove they deserve it.
After two years of salary freezes, CPS principals will have a chance to earn more, but they'll have to prove they deserve it.
Hundreds of Chicago Public School teachers got some unwelcome news Thursday.
Hundreds of Chicago Public School teachers got some unwelcome news Thursday.
More than 75 percent of high school graduates in Illinois are not ready for college, according to results from this year’s ACT scores.
More than 75 percent of high school graduates in Illinois are not ready for college, according to results from this year’s ACT scores.
Stores are sure to be busy the next few days as parents continue their back-to-school-shopping.
Stores are sure to be busy the next few days as parents continue their back-to-school-shopping.
Chicago Public School administrators are asking teachers for more concessions to close the budget gap.
Chicago Public School administrators are asking teachers for more concessions to close the budget gap.
The Civic Federation has analyzed the proposed Chicago Public Schools budget for the coming year and said it supports the plan, but it has concerns about the future.
The Civic Federation has analyzed the proposed Chicago Public Schools budget for the coming year and said it supports the plan, but it has concerns about the future.
Chicago Public School officials on Tuesday announced plans to extend the school day by an additional 90 minutes and two weeks, doing so one day after contract talks with the teachers union fell apart.
Chicago Public School officials on Tuesday announced plans to extend the school day by an additional 90 minutes and two weeks, doing so one day after contract talks with the teachers union fell apart.
The Chicago Board of Education unanimously approved a property tax hike and its new budget on Wednesday, and despite a huge drop in revenue, the budget expands kindergarten and Pre-K programs, and spends more on charter...
The Chicago Board of Education unanimously approved a property tax hike and its new budget on Wednesday, and despite a huge drop in revenue, the budget expands kindergarten and Pre-K programs, and spends more on charter...
Elementary school teachers in Chicago will not be working a longer school day for a two percent pay raise.
Elementary school teachers in Chicago will not be working a longer school day for a two percent pay raise.
CPS has balanced its budget for this year, but it's been forced to drain its reserves to do it.
CPS has balanced its budget for this year, but it's been forced to drain its reserves to do it.
A University of Illinois panel looking for ways to save money in the school's administration is nearly halfway toward its goal of saving $60 million over three years, according to a report released Tuesday to The Associated...
A University of Illinois panel looking for ways to save money in the school's administration is nearly halfway toward its goal of saving $60 million over three years, according to a report released Tuesday to The Associated...
When a school closes in Chicago, parents are usually the ones who are upset. But on Tuesday, a vote to close Wendell Smith Elementary School on the city's far South Side was actually prompted by parents.
When a school closes in Chicago, parents are usually the ones who are upset. But on Tuesday, a vote to close Wendell Smith Elementary School on the city's far South Side was actually prompted by parents.
Chicago Public Schools want higher standards to go with a longer school day.
Chicago Public Schools want higher standards to go with a longer school day.
The Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education for failing to properly fund its pension.
The Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education for failing to properly fund its pension.
School starts Tuesday for Chicago Public School students, but the summer has already been filled with activity for CPS administration. Joining us to talk about the new school year and negotiations with teachers was Public...
School starts Tuesday for Chicago Public School students, but the summer has already been filled with activity for CPS administration. Joining us to talk about the new school year and negotiations with teachers was Public...
Three city elementary schools broke from the Chicago Teachers Union Friday, voting in favor of a controversial proposal to add 90 minutes to the school day this year.
Three city elementary schools broke from the Chicago Teachers Union Friday, voting in favor of a controversial proposal to add 90 minutes to the school day this year.
Valley View School District is buying 280 graphing calculators for $98 each with stimulus money. The board is using more than $27,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act stimulus money to purchase graphing calculators...
Valley View School District is buying 280 graphing calculators for $98 each with stimulus money. The board is using more than $27,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act stimulus money to purchase graphing calculators...
Chicago Public School children can get a free ride to school Tuesday on the CTA.
Chicago Public School children can get a free ride to school Tuesday on the CTA.
Tuesday marked the first day for of school Chicago Public School students.
Tuesday marked the first day for of school Chicago Public School students.
Opening-day attendance among Chicago public school students reached its highest level since a new tracking system was introduced four years ago, district officials announced Wednesday.
Opening-day attendance among Chicago public school students reached its highest level since a new tracking system was introduced four years ago, district officials announced Wednesday.
Classes resume for thousands of Chicago Public School students in just over two weeks. And while kids enjoyed the long summer, teachers and administrators have been fighting over how to solve a $370 million budget deficit....
Classes resume for thousands of Chicago Public School students in just over two weeks. And while kids enjoyed the long summer, teachers and administrators have been fighting over how to solve a $370 million budget deficit....
Illinois was shut out on a whopping federal education grant for a second time Tuesday despite building support and adopting school reform laws after losing out on the first round of money.
Illinois was shut out on a whopping federal education grant for a second time Tuesday despite building support and adopting school reform laws after losing out on the first round of money.
The school day will soon be a bit longer for some students in Chicago Public Schools. CPS leaders and Mayor Daley announced on Tuesday that they'll add 90 minutes to the schedules at 15 elementary schools.
The school day will soon be a bit longer for some students in Chicago Public Schools. CPS leaders and Mayor Daley announced on Tuesday that they'll add 90 minutes to the schedules at 15 elementary schools.
Between 2003 and 2006, three-tenths of one percent of Chicago public school teachers were considered unsatisfactory. How are the teachers evaluated? What does it take to get rid of bad teachers?
Between 2003 and 2006, three-tenths of one percent of Chicago public school teachers were considered unsatisfactory. How are the teachers evaluated? What does it take to get rid of bad teachers?
One of his favorite subjects, Mayor Rahm Emanuel spoke to a breakfast with the United Way, saying the longer school day is not a question of whether schools will change, but a question of when.
One of his favorite subjects, Mayor Rahm Emanuel spoke to a breakfast with the United Way, saying the longer school day is not a question of whether schools will change, but a question of when.
Northwestern University is the latest private university to work harder on attracting financially-strapped local students.
Northwestern University is the latest private university to work harder on attracting financially-strapped local students.
An assistant dean at the University of Illinois College of Law has been placed on administrative leave after the university received complaints that grade and standardized test data for the incoming class had been inflated...
An assistant dean at the University of Illinois College of Law has been placed on administrative leave after the university received complaints that grade and standardized test data for the incoming class had been inflated...
Borders is giving away 8,000 books to Chicago Public Schools.
Borders is giving away 8,000 books to Chicago Public Schools.
The second graders at Brown Elementary were proud to show Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel their spelling words on Monday.
The second graders at Brown Elementary were proud to show Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel their spelling words on Monday.
Teachers at two more Chicago schools have voted to extend the school days by 90 minutes, going against the wishes of the Chicago Teachers Union.
Teachers at two more Chicago schools have voted to extend the school days by 90 minutes, going against the wishes of the Chicago Teachers Union.
It now appears there was foul language on both sides during a private meeting between Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the president of the Chicago Teachers Union.
It now appears there was foul language on both sides during a private meeting between Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the president of the Chicago Teachers Union.
As students go back to school, what kind of education will they recieve? Some experts say the answer depends on funding. FOX Chicago News interviewed United We Learn executive director Lali Watt, Kenwood Academy graduate...
As students go back to school, what kind of education will they recieve? Some experts say the answer depends on funding. FOX Chicago News interviewed United We Learn executive director Lali Watt, Kenwood Academy graduate...
Mayor Richard Daley helped ring in the school year ’ literally -- Tuesday as the first day for 400,000 CPS students began.
Mayor Richard Daley helped ring in the school year ’ literally -- Tuesday as the first day for 400,000 CPS students began.
There is a disturbing report out from Chicago's Public Schools Friday.
There is a disturbing report out from Chicago's Public Schools Friday.
President Barack Obama, in a message to America's students, urges them to ignore bullies and treat each other with kindness and respect, saying part of the beauty of life "lies in its diversity."
President Barack Obama, in a message to America's students, urges them to ignore bullies and treat each other with kindness and respect, saying part of the beauty of life "lies in its diversity."
The Chicago High School for Agricultural Science does work its students like farmers - raising chickens, cows and crops. But they're no country bumpkins.
The Chicago High School for Agricultural Science does work its students like farmers - raising chickens, cows and crops. But they're no country bumpkins.
Chicago Public School officials have cut 200 administrative jobs as they continue to try to balance the budget.
Chicago Public School officials have cut 200 administrative jobs as they continue to try to balance the budget.
Six Chicago public elementary schools began a longer day Monday as part of the longer school day pioneer program.
Six Chicago public elementary schools began a longer day Monday as part of the longer school day pioneer program.
A longer school day has the support of a majority of respondents to a new survey, but some are objecting to the details.
A longer school day has the support of a majority of respondents to a new survey, but some are objecting to the details.
New education reforms are coming to the Chicago Public Schools, including a five-star rating system for all city-funded early childhood programs.
New education reforms are coming to the Chicago Public Schools, including a five-star rating system for all city-funded early childhood programs.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard had a big surprise for the principal of Woodlawn Community Elementary School Thursday.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard had a big surprise for the principal of Woodlawn Community Elementary School Thursday.
Chicago Public Schools Chief Jean Claude Brizard told the teachers' union Friday that it's time the two bodies worked together on a longer school day.
Chicago Public Schools Chief Jean Claude Brizard told the teachers' union Friday that it's time the two bodies worked together on a longer school day.
A vast majority of Chicago Public School parents favor a longer class day for their children but disagree on how to spend the time, according to an exclusive FOX Chicago News survey conducted by pollster We Ask America.
A vast majority of Chicago Public School parents favor a longer class day for their children but disagree on how to spend the time, according to an exclusive FOX Chicago News survey conducted by pollster We Ask America.
Her identity has been revealed, and now a speech pathologist in Chicago Public Schools is talking about her experience eating school lunches and blogging about it for a year on Fed Up With Lunch. Sarah Wu, aka Mrs. Q, joined...
Her identity has been revealed, and now a speech pathologist in Chicago Public Schools is talking about her experience eating school lunches and blogging about it for a year on Fed Up With Lunch. Sarah Wu, aka Mrs. Q, joined...
After a rash of suicides involving students bullied over their sexual orientation, U.S. Education Department officials have been relatively silent, including the controversial "safe schools" chief appointed to deal with this...
After a rash of suicides involving students bullied over their sexual orientation, U.S. Education Department officials have been relatively silent, including the controversial "safe schools" chief appointed to deal with this...
A school reform group with deep pockets knew exactly how to grab the attention of Illinois politicians this week. Newly-formed Stand for Children Illinois gave members of the General Assembly campaign contributions totalling...
A school reform group with deep pockets knew exactly how to grab the attention of Illinois politicians this week. Newly-formed Stand for Children Illinois gave members of the General Assembly campaign contributions totalling...
Nearly half of all Illinois students flunked the latest round of state exams, and for Illinois 11th graders, it was the worst performance ever.
Nearly half of all Illinois students flunked the latest round of state exams, and for Illinois 11th graders, it was the worst performance ever.
A state labor board on Thursday dealt a blow to Mayor Rahm Emanuel's aggressive push to lengthen the Chicago school day, siding unanimously with the Chicago Teachers Union, which wants to compel teachers and schools to abide...
A state labor board on Thursday dealt a blow to Mayor Rahm Emanuel's aggressive push to lengthen the Chicago school day, siding unanimously with the Chicago Teachers Union, which wants to compel teachers and schools to abide...
Eighteen school districts across Illinois will share more than $270 million in state funding for construction and renovation projects.
Eighteen school districts across Illinois will share more than $270 million in state funding for construction and renovation projects.
Saint Xavier University, the city’s oldest Catholic university, was founded 164 years ago as an all women's school. Friday, Saint Xavier will get a new president. Christine Wiseman joined us to talk about her new job and her...
Saint Xavier University, the city’s oldest Catholic university, was founded 164 years ago as an all women's school. Friday, Saint Xavier will get a new president. Christine Wiseman joined us to talk about her new job and her...
The State Board of Education is investigating "irregularities" involving the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT).
The State Board of Education is investigating "irregularities" involving the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT).
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is going to charter schools to push his new offer: establish a longer school day and get cash in return.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is going to charter schools to push his new offer: establish a longer school day and get cash in return.
A study of the ten highest-ranking suburban elementary schools by the Chicago Sun-Times found all of them have longer days than you'd find at the typical Chicago Public School.
A study of the ten highest-ranking suburban elementary schools by the Chicago Sun-Times found all of them have longer days than you'd find at the typical Chicago Public School.
Annual school report card data came out Monday, and the statewide graduation rate in Illinois fell to 83.8 percent in 2011, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Annual school report card data came out Monday, and the statewide graduation rate in Illinois fell to 83.8 percent in 2011, according to the Chicago Tribune.
The battle is heating up over longer school days in Chicago Public Schools, but the teachers union president said teachers aren’t fighting the longer day.
The battle is heating up over longer school days in Chicago Public Schools, but the teachers union president said teachers aren’t fighting the longer day.
With current CEO Ron Huberman scheduled to resign this month, FOX Chicago News is asking the question: which would be better for the education of our children -- a CEO or a superintendent?
With current CEO Ron Huberman scheduled to resign this month, FOX Chicago News is asking the question: which would be better for the education of our children -- a CEO or a superintendent?
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has agreed to stop for now his school-by-school campaign for a longer school day in exchange for the Chicago Teachers Union dropping its legal action against 13 schools where teachers voted to work a...
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has agreed to stop for now his school-by-school campaign for a longer school day in exchange for the Chicago Teachers Union dropping its legal action against 13 schools where teachers voted to work a...
Chicago Public School administrators are working on a new policy that's intended to maintain diversity in selective enrollment schools.
Chicago Public School administrators are working on a new policy that's intended to maintain diversity in selective enrollment schools.
This year's Illinois recipient of the Milken National Educator award went to a very surprised teacher in the northwest suburbs.
This year's Illinois recipient of the Milken National Educator award went to a very surprised teacher in the northwest suburbs.
A new high school is broadening the options for kids on Chicago's West Side.
A new high school is broadening the options for kids on Chicago's West Side.
