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Confused teachers' union steamrollered by City Hall
Change of SubjectIn any big wrangle about school reform, teachers unions start at a disadvantage: They don't speak for the children. Those promoting change — be they parents, administrators, politicians or outsiders with grand theories — can presume (or... -
Message to Chicago teachers from the boss
Change of SubjectThis afternoon, Jean-Claude Brizard Chief Executive Officer of teh Chicago Public Schools, sent out this letter: Dear Teachers and School Staff: As you know, providing every Chicago Public School student with a longer school day that includes 90 minutes... -
A tale of two schools -- One South Side elementary thrives while a similar school nearby struggles
Change of SubjectChicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard wanted to add what he called a “wrinkle” to the conversation about public education. “I was at a school a few days ago, late last week, on the far, far South Side of the...... -
CPS chief starts off with classroom visits
Tribune staff reporterJean-Claude Brizard kicked off his first day as CEO of Chicago Public Schools with a return to the classroom. He stepped into Guggenheim Elementary School in Englewood and Juarez High School in Pilsen on Thursday to talk to teachers, principals,...Tags: Pilsen, Field Museum of Natural History, Englewood, Illinois, Science
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Schools CEO works toward parent contract
Tribune reporterAs he tries to deliver on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s campaign promise of a parent contract, the new chief executive of Chicago Public Schools is meeting with parents to figure out what such an agreement should contain. CPS’ new schools chief Jean-...Tags: Malcolm X, Fines, Punishment, Rahm Emanuel, Crime, Law and Justice
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CPS plans to cut $75M out of central office
Tribune reporterMayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS chief Jean-Claude Brizard today announced $75 million in budget cuts at the district's central office. The new schools administration says it is trying to spare classrooms from cuts as it tries to close a $720 million budget...Tags: Rahm Emanuel, Pat Quinn
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CPS chief chimes in on breakfast program
Once touted as the largest morning meal program of its kind, the controversial Breakfast in the Classroom mandate has found a new critic: Chicago Public Schools chief Jean-Claude Brizard, who has questioned some menu items and directed staff to remove...Tags: African Americans, Minority Groups, Allergies, Obesity, Englewood
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Jean-Claude Brizard, Chicago's new schools chief, doesn't back down from a challenge
Described as passionate and stubborn, charismatic and calculating, Jean-Claude Brizard is the new face of reform for Chicago's distressed public school system.
Shaped by his humble roots in Haiti and forged in battles with school boards, parents and...Tags: Academic Progress, Colleges and Universities, Teaching and Learning, Beyonce, Chicago Public Schools
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New CPS leader discusses goals, challenges
Jean-Claude Brizard won't officially assume control of Chicago Public Schools for several weeks, but already he's immersing himself in the complex challenges pervading the nation's third-largest school district.
Brizard is living up to his reputation...Tags: Schools, Academic Progress, Dining and Drinking, Government Debt, Bars and Clubs
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New CPS CEO to be sworn in without final contract
Tribune reporterChicago Public Schools incoming CEO Jean-Claude Brizard will be sworn in at next week’s board meeting. Although his contract has yet to be finalized, Brizard will take over as schools chief Wednesday. He has been working on a transitional basis...Tags: Chicago Public Schools
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Prostestors seek approval of bill on school closures
Tribune reporterCommunity activists used today’s meeting at which Jean-Claude Brizard was to be approved to head Chicago Public Schools to advocate on behalf of a school consolidation bill that has been stalled in the state legislature. The bill that would make it...Tags: Politics, Schools, Public Schools, Activism, Rahm Emanuel
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CPS Board approves appointment of Brizard
Tribune reportersThe outgoing board of Chicago Public Schools approved the appointment of the city’s newest schools chief today at a meeting marked by farewells and hints of what’s to come. The district’s CEO Jean-Claude Brizard did not attend the...Tags: Management Change, Rahm Emanuel, New York City, Teachers Unions, Terry Mazany
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