Students at Chicago’s community college network, ultimately overseen by Mayor Emanuel, are hit with big hikes in what they pay to take classes.
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City Colleges Poised To Raise Tuition
Students at Chicago’s community college network, ultimately overseen by Mayor Emanuel, should brace for big hikes in what they pay to take classes.
CPS Class Sizes Pushed Beyond Limits
Huge number of Chicago Public Schools classrooms are overcrowded – and with mounting financial problems, the situation could get worse.
BGA/WBEZ Report On CPS Prompts Probe, Reforms
After the Better Government Association and WBEZ find the Chicago Public Schools graduation rate has been inflated, the agency inspector general launches investigation, and CPS officials pledge changes.
CPS’ Fuzzy Math – Mayor Touts Bogus Graduation Rate
Mayor Emanuel has bragged about the Chicago Public Schools graduation rate improving. But records show his numbers are inflated. Is CPS cooking the books?
CPS Dropping Pension Pick-Ups?
Last month the Better Government Association reported on a widespread – but little-known – practice in which public school districts agree to cover all or part of their employees’ share of pension contributions.
A Chicago High School Moves To Head Of Class
Students, staff and community power up Lindblom’s comeback.
Chris Kennedy Passes U of I’s Toughest Test
When the University of Illinois was roiling from an admissions scandal that threatened to destroy the institution’s reputation and cherished academic standing, the governor asked Chris Kennedy to help save the university by joining its board of trustees.
Suit Claims Principal Paid For Tips On Gang Ties
Former Schurz High School Chief Violated School Policy, Employees Contend