Chicago School Board Faces Criticism Over Epic Academy Closure Plans Amid Public Outcry
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: The recent Chicago School Board meeting on October 30, 2025, sparked significant public outcry regarding the proposed closure of Epic Academy, a charter school. Concerns were raised about inadequate communication from Chicago Public Schools (CPS), the lack of a clear transition plan for students, and the broader implications of charter school closures on communities and resources.
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Pedro Martinez
School Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
10/30/2025
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Recording Published:
10/31/2025
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Duration:
94 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Noteworthy
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State:
Illinois
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County:
Cook County
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Towns:
Addison Township, Bedford Park, Bensenville, Blue Island, Burnham, Calumet, Calumet Park, Chicago, Cicero, Des Plaines, Dixmoor, Dolton, Elk Grove Township, Elmwood Park, Evergreen Park, Forest View, Leyden, Lyons Township, Maine (Cook), Norwood Park, Riverdale, Rosemont, Schiller Park, Stickney Township, Stickney Village, Thornton Township, Wood Dale, Worth Township
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