Progress reported, but sticking points persist in talks between Chicago Public Schools, teachers' union
"The greatest threat to our bargaining momentum is quite frankly the supreme being of CPS that's in charge of everything," said Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates. Parents and taxpayers are watching it all closely.
CPS, Chicago Teachers Union contract talks continue, with salary, prep time sticking points
CPS said it has offered teachers a 16% raise over four years, making them the highest paid in the country, with the exception of some New York City teachers. CTU countered with 24% raise over four years.
Chicago teachers' contract talks could shake up US education: 30,000 union members demand change
Chicago's ongoing contract negotiations between the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) could reshape U.S. education. With 3
Contract stalemate continues for Chicago Public Schools and Chicago Teachers Union as new year begins
The finger-pointing has continued in the first few days of 2025, with each side blaming the other for holding up negotiations.
Here are the remaining sticking points in contract talks between CPS and CTU
Teacher prep time, evaluations, pay, and class sizes remain key sticking points as the district and union enter their eighth month of bargaining.
CPS CEO says contract talks with the teachers union have not stalled: 'In fact, it's just the opposite'
But Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates said she's frustrated one person — schools chief Pedro Martinez — seems to hold the keys to getting a contract as the two sides work to negotiate a deal and avoid a strike.
Chicago Public Schools, CTU still working to reach contract agreement
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War of words: Chicago Teachers Union president, CPS CEO remain at odds as contract negotiations trickle
Kids in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) are still on winter break, but CEO Pedro Martinez says some progress is being made in contract talks with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU).
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Chicago Public Schools leadership concerns grow as staff, students return to classrooms after winter break
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CPS teachers return to classrooms as contract negotiations continue
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School carpool service is a boost for CPS students, parents
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The Chicago schools CEO got a pink slip for Christmas. He went to court. What happens now?
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CPS, CTU schedule dual press conferences to provide update on negotiations
Chicago Public Schools officials have scheduled a 4 p.m. press conference to provide an update on their ongoing negotiations ...