Last fall, three Chicago high schools instituted a pilot program designed to encourage young Black and Latino men to envision themselves at the head of the class.
The findings come at a time when teachers are more frustrated than ever, with many leaving the classroom to protest in hopes of receiving better pay and safer working conditions..
Administrators may have a false sense of security that recent enrollment declines are temporary and that they only have to restore confidence in public education to solve the problem.
Creating a productive, positive, and healthier school experience is not just a solution for just this school year. It's a multi-year effort that requires a multi-year plan.
The Minnesota Department of Education has identified 371 public schools that require intense support based on a mix of standardized test scores, attendance, English proficiency and graduation rates.
The negotiations began Wednesday afternoon as teachers were on the picket lines. Wednesday was also the first day back for the school year with CCS students learning virtually.
