News and Advocacy

Cleaning House: The End of CPS's Contract with Aramark

As the custodial management contract with Aramark inside Chicago Public Schools (CPS) comes to an end, there’s a palpable mix of anticipation and reservation.The decision to bring management back unde

Make Students Feel Valued

In the wake of the post-COVID-19 pandemic world, we are witnessing a surge in stress and anxiety among our students.

Central Office Transformation for Equitable Teaching and Learning

Central offices were set up more than a century ago to handle business and regulatory functions. Today’s schools require a fundamentally new approach.

Buy American Will Create Jobs

Our tax dollars should be used to create jobs and advance production here at home.

Chicago Principals Offer Solution to Safely Reopen Schools

Chicago school principals, assistant principals and school leaders are calling for a school reopening pilot program.

The R.I.T.E. Plan to Reopen Schools

The Chicago Principals & Administrators Association has released a plan -- Return to an In-Person Teaching Environment (RITE) -- to guide school reopening in Chicago.

Register: Social/Emotional Support Professional Development Webinar

There is a big social and emotional toll the COVID-19 pandemic is having on our school communities.

Union Workers Held Jobs More During Pandemic

Workers able to act collectively and bargain through their union, have been able to secure enhanced safety measures.

CPS Principals Identify Serious School Reopening Obstacles

Less than 17% of principals and assistant principals believe the district is prepared and ready to open schools. That is according to a survey executed by the Chicago Principals and Administrators Association (see full results below). More than 370 principals and assistant principals responded.