Former CPS chief Paul Vallas argues Chicago can solve its budget crisis by ending school subsidies, demanding pension parity, ...

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CHICAGO — The Chicago Teachers Union and CPS are back at the bargaining table, hoping to reach a deal. CTU and CPS are $9 million and 10 minutes apart. That is 10 minutes of planning time and $9 ...

CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) say they’re close to a contract deal, but are still working out the final details. It was another late night of ...

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CTU, CPS views on large fund balance key in contract talks The $1.1 billion fund balance is a massive improvement from negative balances almost a decade ago.

CPS eventually agreed to give veteran teachers more regular pay increases. The CTU also won an increase of 50 more sustainable community schools, up from 20.

Martin Malin, the fact-finder, will review the reports submitted by CPS and CTU, and issue recommendations, which are non-binding. Both parties can accept or reject the recommendations.

He said CPS’ offer to restore those positions that were lost by the end of 2028 is “unacceptable.” “It’s a record low,” Potter said.

The amendment says CPS will pay for teacher raises still being negotiated and a controversial pension payment, but is vague on how: through a loan or other means. A vote is planned for March 20.

CTU, CPS views on school district's large fund balance key in contract talks CPS’ $1.1 billion fund balance is a major improvement from negative balances almost a decade ago.