Chicago Schools Delay In-Person Classes Again

The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) are in negotiations over reopening schools. A tentative agreement on testing and vaccination for teachers has been reached, but disagreements remain on health metrics and accommodations for staff with health conditions. Remote learning continues for K-8 students, and a cooling-off period is extended to allow further talks. The CTU has voted to strike if no agreement is reached, though tomorrow is a non-attendance day for students.

What was the main update regarding the learning mode for kindergarten through 8th grade students?

• They will return to in-person classes.

• They will have no classes.

• They will continue with remote learning.

• They will have a hybrid learning model.

What tentative agreement was reached between CPS and the teachers union?

• A reduction in school hours.

• A new curriculum for remote learning.

• A salary increase for teachers.

• A robust testing program for students and staff.

What is the teachers union's stance on resuming in-person instruction?

• Teachers should not resume at all.

• Teachers should resume after students are vaccinated.

• Teachers should resume immediately.

• Teachers should resume only after they are vaccinated.

What is the school district's plan regarding teacher vaccinations?

• Vaccinate teachers only if they request it.

• Vaccinate teachers at the end of the year.

• Vaccinate teachers after high-exposure staff.

• Vaccinate all teachers before reopening.

What action has the teachers union voted on if negotiations fail?

• To continue remote learning indefinitely.

• To negotiate further.

• To strike.

• To accept the current terms.