Volume 82, Issue 3
Features
Preparation now, victory later | President’s Message
Through the formal bargaining process—which is governed by state law—we intend to win a good contract next fall, or be ready to strike by that time.
When we fight, we win!
CTU members at Acero schools just won the first-ever union strike against a charter school employer.
A fair contract for charter PSRPs
Acero Zizumbo Special Education Apprentice Daniria Dukes on why she deserved a fair contract.
What is a school without its heart?
Speech from Acero Marquez kindergarten teacher Emma Tarkowski at the UNO/Acero Board of Directors meeting on Oct. 14, 2018.
CICS teachers on deck for next potential charter strike
Rank-and-file educators at four schools controlled by Chicago International Charter Schools vow to strike if necessary to win better classroom resources for their students.
Thank a PSRP!
Every day in schools, colleges and universities across Illinois, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel (PSRPs) make a difference for our kids and communities.
History has absolved us
Special education restored at Southeast Side school thanks to teachers and parents.
Pritzker has to walk it like he talks it
New governor must now “walk it like he talks it” and tax himself and his brethren at rates that will actually make a difference in the lives of ordinary people.
Citywide/PSRP/clinician delegate vacancies filled
Congratulations to the new delegates who were officially seated at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting.
Notice of elections to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies
Nominations to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies will be held at the Chicago Teachers Union Center, 1901 W. Carroll Avenue, on Monday, January 14, 2019, and Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Election to Fill Vacancies on the CTU Executive Board
There is a vacancy to fill an unexpired term on the CTU Executive Board.
Visionary process or school closing plan?
Chicago Public Schools’ Annual Regional Analysis could be the district’s latest attempt to close schools under the guise of making them better.
Delegates Not Present | December 5, 2018
Delegates not present for the December 5, 2018, House of Delegates monthly meeting.
The people have spoken, but our work is just beginning
When voters affirm humanity and reject the dangerous policies of hate, racism and divisiveness, politicians on the wrong side of the people will lose.
Noble network founder resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behavior toward women
CTU President Jesse Sharkey released this statement in response to initial reports of the resignation of Noble Network of Charter Schools founder CEO Michael Milkie, but prior to an investigation into Milkie’s behavior by the Noble board of directors.
Delegates Not Present | October 31, 2018
Delegates not present at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting
CTU Quest Center | Professional Development Offerings
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Through the formal bargaining process—which is governed by state law—we intend to win a good contract next fall, or be ready to strike by that time.
When we fight, we win!
CTU members at Acero schools just won the first-ever union strike against a charter school employer.
A fair contract for charter PSRPs
Acero Zizumbo Special Education Apprentice Daniria Dukes on why she deserved a fair contract.
What is a school without its heart?
Speech from Acero Marquez kindergarten teacher Emma Tarkowski at the UNO/Acero Board of Directors meeting on Oct. 14, 2018.
CICS teachers on deck for next potential charter strike
Rank-and-file educators at four schools controlled by Chicago International Charter Schools vow to strike if necessary to win better classroom resources for their students.
Thank a PSRP!
Every day in schools, colleges and universities across Illinois, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel (PSRPs) make a difference for our kids and communities.
History has absolved us
Special education restored at Southeast Side school thanks to teachers and parents.
Pritzker has to walk it like he talks it
New governor must now “walk it like he talks it” and tax himself and his brethren at rates that will actually make a difference in the lives of ordinary people.
Citywide/PSRP/clinician delegate vacancies filled
Congratulations to the new delegates who were officially seated at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting.
Notice of elections to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies
Nominations to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies will be held at the Chicago Teachers Union Center, 1901 W. Carroll Avenue, on Monday, January 14, 2019, and Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Election to Fill Vacancies on the CTU Executive Board
There is a vacancy to fill an unexpired term on the CTU Executive Board.
Visionary process or school closing plan?
Chicago Public Schools’ Annual Regional Analysis could be the district’s latest attempt to close schools under the guise of making them better.
Delegates Not Present | December 5, 2018
Delegates not present for the December 5, 2018, House of Delegates monthly meeting.
The people have spoken, but our work is just beginning
When voters affirm humanity and reject the dangerous policies of hate, racism and divisiveness, politicians on the wrong side of the people will lose.
Noble network founder resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behavior toward women
CTU President Jesse Sharkey released this statement in response to initial reports of the resignation of Noble Network of Charter Schools founder CEO Michael Milkie, but prior to an investigation into Milkie’s behavior by the Noble board of directors.
Delegates Not Present | October 31, 2018
Delegates not present at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting
CTU Quest Center | Professional Development Offerings
Contribute to Chicago Union Teacher magazine
Departments
Preparation now, victory later | President’s Message
When we fight, we win!
A fair contract for charter PSRPs
What is a school without its heart?
CICS teachers on deck for next potential charter strike
Thank a PSRP!
History has absolved us
Pritzker has to walk it like he talks it
Citywide/PSRP/clinician delegate vacancies filled
Notice of elections to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies
Election to Fill Vacancies on the CTU Executive Board
Visionary process or school closing plan?
Delegates Not Present | December 5, 2018
The people have spoken, but our work is just beginning
Noble network founder resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behavior toward women
Delegates Not Present | October 31, 2018
CTU Quest Center | Professional Development Offerings
Contribute to Chicago Union Teacher magazine
In Brief
Preparation now, victory later | President’s Message
Through the formal bargaining process—which is governed by state law—we intend to win a good contract next fall, or be ready to strike by that time.
When we fight, we win!
CTU members at Acero schools just won the first-ever union strike against a charter school employer.
A fair contract for charter PSRPs
Acero Zizumbo Special Education Apprentice Daniria Dukes on why she deserved a fair contract.
What is a school without its heart?
Speech from Acero Marquez kindergarten teacher Emma Tarkowski at the UNO/Acero Board of Directors meeting on Oct. 14, 2018.
CICS teachers on deck for next potential charter strike
Rank-and-file educators at four schools controlled by Chicago International Charter Schools vow to strike if necessary to win better classroom resources for their students.
Thank a PSRP!
Every day in schools, colleges and universities across Illinois, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel (PSRPs) make a difference for our kids and communities.
History has absolved us
Special education restored at Southeast Side school thanks to teachers and parents.
Pritzker has to walk it like he talks it
New governor must now “walk it like he talks it” and tax himself and his brethren at rates that will actually make a difference in the lives of ordinary people.
Citywide/PSRP/clinician delegate vacancies filled
Congratulations to the new delegates who were officially seated at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting.
Notice of elections to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies
Nominations to fill citywide teacher, PSRP and clinician delegate vacancies will be held at the Chicago Teachers Union Center, 1901 W. Carroll Avenue, on Monday, January 14, 2019, and Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Election to Fill Vacancies on the CTU Executive Board
There is a vacancy to fill an unexpired term on the CTU Executive Board.
Visionary process or school closing plan?
Chicago Public Schools’ Annual Regional Analysis could be the district’s latest attempt to close schools under the guise of making them better.
Delegates Not Present | December 5, 2018
Delegates not present for the December 5, 2018, House of Delegates monthly meeting.
The people have spoken, but our work is just beginning
When voters affirm humanity and reject the dangerous policies of hate, racism and divisiveness, politicians on the wrong side of the people will lose.
Noble network founder resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behavior toward women
CTU President Jesse Sharkey released this statement in response to initial reports of the resignation of Noble Network of Charter Schools founder CEO Michael Milkie, but prior to an investigation into Milkie’s behavior by the Noble board of directors.
Delegates Not Present | October 31, 2018
Delegates not present at the October 31, 2018, House of Delegates meeting
