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Our union is a fellowship of educators across this city who care for students and equip them for their destinies. As we band together for the common good, we must remind ourselves constantly of the amazing things that each of our teachers, paraprofessionals and clinicians do every day in support of children and their families. Take a minute here to read about your fellow CTU members as we celebrate their extraordinary efforts on behalf of students, colleagues and community.
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Teachers spend at least seven hours a day studying their kids--what motivates them, what pushes their buttons, what draws them in, what leads them to give up, how they respond to conflict, why they smile, and how they’re unique.Halle Quezada EL2 TeacherSuder Montessori

Union Democracy

The Chicago Teachers Union is the most democratic institution devoted to this city’s schools and those who make them work. Each month, hundreds of delegates representing every school and type of educator gather to pool our knowledge and collective will. In this section, find documents, updates and tools about our democratic processes and institutions.
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We’ve Got You

If you’re new to teaching or just to CPS, the Chicago Teachers Union is here to help. Learn more about the CTU and get some survival tips to help you facilitate the education your students deserve.
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Members at Charter Schools

Educators at Charter Schools became CTU members in spring of 2018. These teachers and staff are first-class members in a special division of our union—known as CTU-ACTS—with special and varied needs and rights. This section delves into the specifics.
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September – November 2020 Sep – Nov 2020
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Sep
22
Tue
Community Control of the Police: Why the CTU Supports CPAC
Tickets
Sep 22 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Community Control of the Police: Why the CTU Supports CPAC

The CTU has formally supported the Civilian Police Accountability Council proposal since 2015. Hear 50th Ward Alderwoman Jeanette Taylor, CTU Member Tara Stamps and CAARPR Executive Director Frank Chapman among others as we discuss this important issue.

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Webinar ID: 881 9110 9381
Passcode: CTU4CPAC
Dial-in: 312 626 6799

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Categories: Panel Discussion Tags: CPAC: Civilian Police Accountability Council Frank Chapman Jeanette Taylor Tara Stamps
Oct
7
Wed
House of Delegates meeting
Tickets
Oct 7 @ 4:45 pm
House of Delegates meeting

Find more information about the House of Delegates and its regular meetings on the HOD web page.

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Categories: Democracy Tags: Delegates
Oct
12
Mon
Indigenous Peoples Day (Paid Holiday)
Tickets
Oct 12 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS Tags: Paid Holiday Student Non-Attendance Day
Nov
3
Tue
Election Day (State Holiday, Paid)
Tickets
Nov 3 all-day
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Categories: CPS
Nov
4
Wed
House of Delegates meeting
Tickets
Nov 4 @ 4:45 pm
House of Delegates meeting

Find more information about the House of Delegates and its regular meetings on the HOD web page.

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Categories: Democracy Tags: Delegates
Nov
5
Thu
First Quarter Ends
Tickets
Nov 5 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS
Nov
6
Fri
School Improvement Day (Principal Directed)
Tickets
Nov 6 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS Tags: School Improvement Day Student Non-Attendance Day
Nov
11
Wed
Veterans Day (School In Session)
Tickets
Nov 11 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS Tags: Paid Holiday Student Non-Attendance Day
Nov
18
Wed
Elementary Report Card Pickup
Tickets
Nov 18 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS
Nov
19
Thu
High School Report Card Pickup
Tickets
Nov 19 all-day

Based on the 2020-2021 CPS Calendar published by the Chicago Board of Education.

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Categories: CPS
September – November 2020 Sep – Nov 2020

Professional Development

Restorative. Relevant. Reflective. The Chicago Teachers Union Foundation QUEST CENTER for Professional Learning and Teacher Leadership is the premier professional development provider supporting Chicago’s public school educators through re-licensure, National Board Certification, and endorsements in which pre-service through veteran educators collaborate, network, and learn to improve their practice by addressing students’ cognitive development and social-emotional well-being through culturally responsive, trauma-sensitive learning environments.

Professional Development

National Board Certification

Nurturing Teacher Leadership, established in 1997, is the Chicago Teachers Union/Chicago Public Schools 2-year program of professional development and candidate support that prepares Chicago Public School teachers for National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification, the highest credential a teacher can earn.

Nurturing Teacher Leadership has a success rate of more than 94%, twice the national average!

Learn more by attending our next Cohort Informational Meeting!

Nurturing Teacher Leadership

COVID19 Info & Action

Learn more about how CTU is working with Chicago Public Schools to make sure our schools are safe and secure. Learn more and take action to demand emergency response from CPS and the mayor.

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