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 & Learning

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

Help Your District Find Money

The Department of Education makes clear that its overriding guidance to school districts is to use American Rescue Plan funds to make educational systems better for students, educators, staff, schools and their communities post-pandemic.

Washington Window: January 6, One Year Later

With apologies to FDR, we’re going to paraphrase his message announcing the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Hurt CEOs in the Wallet—Then You'll See Change

The PRO Act will involve civil fines for breaking labor law, including making CEOs pay.

Union Plus Scholarships for Families

The scholarship applies to any year of study, from the freshman year of college through the last year of graduate school, including law school and medical school.

Secretary Cardona on Build Back Better

The impact of this proposal on educational equity, excellence and opportunity— from cradle to college and career — will be nothing short of transformative.

Mr. Transportation: Getting Kids to School

“My love for transportation came from seeing how beautiful the buses look all around the county.”