Macquline King

The Chicago Board of Education will be fully elected in November, marking a historic shift after 30 years of mayoral control guiding CPS. This board sets the vision and priorities for Chicago Public Schools, holding powers like making financial decisions, which includes allocating local revenue streams. The board also shares responsibilities with other school boards to clarify the district's purpose.

The Chicago Board of Education will be fully elected in November for the first time in 30 years, allowing registered voters to elect a representative and board president. This entity is tasked with creating the vision and setting priorities for Chicago Public Schools, including holding significant financial power over local property tax allocation. The board's function differs from CPS’ central office, which handles day-to-day operations.

Chicago’s school board passed a $10 billion budget preserving jobs but relying on $150 million in uncertain state funding. The district may need a short-term loan to cover September payroll, which could be costly due to high interest. The budget decision is tied to political tensions over Illinois’ school funding formula and upcoming school board elections.

Chicago’s school board passed a $10 billion budget preserving jobs but relying on $150 million in uncertain state funding. The district faces potential short-term financing challenges to pay employees in September, risking school delays, as the budget is tied to political tensions over Illinois’ school funding formula and an upcoming November election.

Chicago school board approved a revised $10 billion budget to reverse hundreds of school staff layoffs, assuming an additional $150 million in state funding. The vote, influenced by the Chicago Teachers Union and principals union, created uncertainty about meeting payroll deadlines due to legal and financial risks.

Chicago Public Schools is reconsidering overhauling its middle management amid budget constraints and debates over the role of network offices. Staffing in these offices, which connect schools and district headquarters, has fluctuated significantly, with a recent dip due to financial deficits. Critics argue the structure is opaque, while some principals credit networks for stability.

Teachers and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) urged the Chicago Board of Education to reject a proposed $9.88 billion budget that includes furloughs, a spending freeze, and staff cuts to address a $732.5 million deficit. The budget proposal has sparked tensions, with teachers citing issues like large class sizes and inadequate custodial support, while the CTU demands increased state funding and legal action against Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas for delayed tax revenue.

Chicago Public Schools released a $9.88 billion 2026-27 budget amid financial strain, including five furlough days, a spending freeze, and layoffs of 760 teachers and 800 support staff. The district seeks additional state or city funding to avoid cuts, while unions and school board members criticize the measures as harmful to students.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will not cut instructional time or the Safe Passage program despite a $732 million budget deficit. The district plans to reduce non-classroom costs, including custodians and central office staff, while preserving partnerships with organizations like Youth Guidance and City Year. CPS CEO Macquline King confirmed no reductions in instructional time, though the Chicago Teachers Union was informed a shortened school year was under consideration.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King testified before a U.S. House committee on policies related to gender identity, sex education, abortion, and religious freedom. The hearing follows federal scrutiny of CPS's diversity initiatives and investigations into its Black Student Success Plan. King was subpoenaed by the Republican-led committee, which also invited superintendents from San Francisco and Loudoun County school districts.

Three superintendents from San Francisco Unified School District, Loudoun County, and Chicago Public Schools defended their policies on transgender student inclusion and parental involvement during a congressional hearing titled 'Breaking Trust,' where Republican lawmakers criticized the policies and accused the districts of violating parental rights. The superintendents emphasized creating inclusive school environments and respecting parental partnerships.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce on policies related to gender identity, sex education, abortion, and religious freedom. The hearing follows ongoing federal scrutiny of CPS's diversity and inclusion efforts, including investigations into its Black Student Success Plan and previous funding disputes. King was subpoenaed for the testimony, which also included superintendents from San Francisco and Loudoun County.

Three progressive superintendents defended policies promoting transgender inclusion and parental involvement during a congressional hearing. Republican lawmakers criticized the policies as excluding parents and promoting political agendas, while the superintendents emphasized creating inclusive school environments.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King is testifying before a House committee in Washington, DC after a subpoena.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King is set to testify under subpoena before a U.S. House education committee hearing focused on parental rights, inappropriate content, and legal abuses in schools. The hearing will scrutinize Chicago’s policies for transgender students and the Black Student Success initiative, both under investigation by the Trump administration, as King balances community support with potential federal funding risks.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King will testify before the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding policies supporting transgender and Black students amid Republican-led criticism. Local supporters, including Rep. Delia Ramirez and the Chicago Teachers Union, will advocate for King, who is defending programs like the Black Student Success Plan and transgender student protections.

The Chicago school board postponed charter school renewal decisions for six of seven schools until June 10, citing ongoing oversight debates. District officials proposed a new monitoring process with longer renewal terms, but some board members, aligned with the Chicago Teachers Union, demanded stronger oversight due to recent financial instability in the charter sector. The Acero network, which closed seven campuses, received a five-year renewal recommendation.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) have declared May 1 a 'day of civil action' for students, allowing optional participation in civic events despite it being a full instructional day. CPS permits schools to organize civil engagement activities under existing policies, while CTU and Mayor Brandon Johnson frame the initiative as a defense of public education and workers' rights. Critics, including the Washington Post, have raised concerns about the union's focus on social justice initiatives.