Black Lives Matter at School Week

2023 Week of Action for February 6–10.

 

These events, organized by the CTU’s Human Rights Committee are part of our Black History Month Calendar of Events at ctu.sh/bhm.


 

Get Involved

What is BLM at School Week?

Black Lives Matter At School is a national coalition organizing for racial justice in education that encourages all educators, students, parents, unions, and community organizations to join our annual week of action during the first week of February each year. This is part of the CTU’s recognition of Black History Month — and our larger goal to lift up Black and Brown educators, who’ve seen their numbers cut in half in the last 20 years, as well as the 90% of Black and Brown students and families we serve in our school communities. 

This week of action highlights four basic demands for our schools:

  • End “Zero Tolerance” discipline and implement restorative justice.
  • Mandate Black History and Ethnic Studies.
  • Hire more Black teachers.
  • Fund counselors, not cops.

CTU BLM at School 2023 Events

Tues., Feb. 7 at 6PMReimagining School Safety Webinar
Join student and educator activists for an action-oriented discussion of current approaches to safety in schools, their problems, and how we can reimagine safety to unapologetically center and support Black lives among our students, families and communities.
Thurs., Feb. 9 at 4:45PMThe Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks
Join us for a preview screening of The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks, a Peacock Original movie. Organized in coordination with the Zinn Education Project, the event will include a reception at 4:45 PM. The movie will begin at 5:15 and a short discussion will follow.

Get Involved

Want to coordinate Black Lives Matter at School events with other educators in the city? Make use of the resources below to organize at your school and citywide:

Read more from Black Lives Matter at School national coordinating committee by following the links below.

National BLM at School on Twitter Twitter    National BLM at School on Facebook Facebook    National BLM at School Website Website

Join the Black Lives Matter at School national mailing list.

Mar
28
Tue
Caravan with a Cause Early Vote for Brandon Johnson @ Parking Lot of Dollar General
Mar 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Caravan with a Cause Early Vote for Brandon Johnson @ Parking Lot of Dollar General

Let’s rally up and get out to vote for Brandon Johnson for Mayor! Join us as we caravan to the polls and cast our ballots for Brandon Johnson in a loud and proud fashion! Don’t just vote, inspire everyone on the West Side to vote, too, with our spectacular caravan to the polls!

Mar
29
Wed
Parent-Teacher Conference Day
Mar 29 all-day

See the CPS Calendar page for more dates and information.

Apr
3
Mon
Spring Break (Paid)
Apr 3 – Apr 7 all-day

See the CPS Calendar page for more dates and information.

Apr
12
Wed
House of Delegates meeting (in person)
Apr 12 @ 4:45 pm – 7:15 pm

Pre-meeting Q&A session will begin at 4:15 p.m.

Apr
18
Tue
Black Caucus General Meeting @ Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and Online
Apr 18 @ 4:45 pm – 6:30 pm

General Meetings will be hybrid. Zoom links will be provided in the week leading to the meeting. Find the Zoom link and other relevant information on the AFT Black Caucus, Chicago Chapter website, specifically the website Events Page.

May
3
Wed
House of Delegates meeting (in person)
May 3 @ 4:45 pm – 7:15 pm

Pre-meeting Q&A session will begin at 4:15 p.m.

May
16
Tue
Black Caucus General Meeting @ Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and Online
May 16 @ 4:45 pm – 6:30 pm

General Meetings will be hybrid. Zoom links will be provided in the week leading to the meeting. Find the Zoom link and other relevant information on the AFT Black Caucus, Chicago Chapter website, specifically the website Events Page.

May
29
Mon
Memorial Day (Paid Holiday)
May 29 all-day

See the CPS Calendar page for more dates and information.

May
31
Wed
House of Delegates meeting (in person)
May 31 @ 4:45 pm – 7:15 pm

Pre-meeting Q&A session will begin at 4:15 p.m.

Jun
7
Wed
Last Day of 4th Quarter
Jun 7 all-day

See the CPS Calendar page for more dates and information.