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Austin schools face funding cuts amid enrollment decreases
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West Side schools in the state’s largest district will see fewer teachers, staff in September when classes begin, warn community activists and others.
Chicago Public Schools
State lawmaker launches online petition to avert CPS strike
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Teachers could be out of the classroom as early as Oct. 11 if talks between the Chicago Teachers Union and officials aren’t successful.
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West Side students invited to back-to-school celebration today
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It’s one of 13 events CPS is holding before classes begin next week. The Aug. 30th event takes place at Prosser from 2 to 5 p.m.
Austin High School
CPS’ one-day walkout, march affects Austin
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Teachers and students from Austin High School took to the streets April 1 as part of the citywide Chicago Teachers Union’s day of protest.
Brandon Johnson
Austin teachers say the mayor is pushing them to strike
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If CPS won’t compromise, teachers say they’re willing to hit the picket line for second time in four years.
Austin
Time for a new Austin high school
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A community meeting to discuss the consolidation of Austin Polytechnical, Austin Business and Entrepreneurship and VOISE Academy will be held Jan. 13.
Community
State lawmakers holding meetings on public education
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Rep. Camille Lilly will be at Austin Town Hall Nov. 19th.
News
Tara Stamps says she’s the independent voice for the 37th Ward
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The first-time candidate hopes Tuesday to beat the 15-year incumbent.
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Third Unitarian Church luncheon raises scholarship funds
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College-bound students will share in $20,000; this is the 41st year of the program.
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Teachers for Social Justice to host curriculum fair Saturday
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Registration is still open for the event, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at North Grand High School, 4338 W. Wabansia St.