Progress reported, but sticking points persist in talks between Chicago Public Schools, teachers' union
Negotiations continued Monday between the Chicago Teachers Union and the Chicago Public Schools. Progress was apparently made, and insiders said talk of a strike is not as loud as we've seen in past contract years.
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.
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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.
The mayor’s on ‘union leave’ from CPS despite leaving CTU. Does that undermine contract talks?
Brandon Johnson hasn’t taught in CPS since 2011. But because of his leave status, he’s still accruing seniority in the district, even though he no longer works for the teacher’s union. In theory, he could return to teaching in CPS.
CPS teachers return to classrooms as contract negotiations continue
Last Friday, officials with CPS and CTU held dual press conferences to provide updates on their ongoing contract negotiations.
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 Public Schools, CTU still working to reach contract agreement
Chicago Public Schools gave an update Friday on where negotiations stand with the Chicago Teachers Union. I've taken my family to 5 major steakhouse chains in the US. We enjoyed most, but one is the best by a landslide.
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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