Members will review and assess tentative framework with Chicago Public Schools
Late last night we received a tentative framework from Chicago Public Schools for the resumption of in-person learning.
Update on progress made today with the CPS bargaining team
We reached tentative agreements today with CPS on four key areas for the safe resumption of in-person learning.
CTU Action Bulletin Jan. 27, 2021: Report from the table, Take Action, Inspiration, News
We’re all in this together now. And whatever comes next, when we move, we move together.
CTU calls for mediation to broker agreement on safe path to returning to schools
Teachers, clinicians, PSRPs, librarians and other staff want to return to welcoming and thriving schools, but that can’t happen until we put the health and safety precautions of our educators, our students and the larger community first.
The latest CPS email, and the real plan for safe schools and communities
The district unilaterally, and with no agreement from our union, made the decision to move the return date for K-8 teachers back to Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021. We currently have no agreement with the Board on a safe return to our school buildings.
CTU delegates pass resolution authorizing Jan. 25 remote learning continuation
“Our members are resolved to continue working, teaching their students and doing so safely,” President Sharkey said. “Only the mayor can force a strike, and if it comes to that, that’s her choice. We choose safety.”
UPDATE: ADA, Workplace Accommodation, Discretionary Leave
Find informatino about ADA Accommodations and workplace accommodations.
CTU seeks real equity in calling for injunction against reopening schools under mayors’ dangerous CPS plan
An injunction demands that CPS bargain with the union and land enforceable safety standards before school buildings reopen.
What we need to improve the remote learning experience
CPS and the mayor may want to pretend this is a normal school year, but it’s not.
Victory on work hours for clinicians
After sharing our concerns and demands in numerous special education committee and impact bargaining meetings, ODLSS withdrew its position that clinicians must be available to support remote learning activities for six hours per day. Instead, they will follow the mutually agreed work hours…
Upcoming Events
Mar
29
Mon
all-day
Spring Break (Paid Vacation)
Spring Break (Paid Vacation)
Mar 29 – Apr 2 all-day
Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.
Apr
7
Wed
4:30 pm
House of Delegates meeting
House of Delegates meeting
Apr 7 @ 4:30 pm
Find more information about the House of Delegates and its regular meetings on the HOD web page.
Apr
15
Thu
all-day
End of 3rd Quarter
End of 3rd Quarter
Apr 15 all-day
Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.
Apr
16
Fri
all-day
School Improvement Day (100% Tea...
School Improvement Day (100% Tea...
Apr 16 all-day
Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education. This day is 100 percent teacher directed per Article 19-2 of the CTU-CPS Contract.
Apr
21
Wed
all-day
Elementary Report Card Pickup
Elementary Report Card Pickup
Apr 21 all-day
Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.
Apr
22
Thu
all-day
High School Report Card Pickup
High School Report Card Pickup
Apr 22 all-day
Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.
