Chicago School Board Faces Federal Funding Threat Over Student Support Policies
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chicago School Board addressed a range of issues, including a potential federal funding cut, declining school enrollment, and the uncertain future of Epic Academy. The federal government has threatened to withhold $12 million in grant funding unless the district discontinues its Black Student Success Plan and alters its policies supporting transgender and gender non-conforming students. CPS leadership remains steadfast in their commitment to these initiatives, asserting compliance with federal laws and expressing a willingness to seek alternative funding sources if necessary.
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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:
09/25/2025
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Recording Published:
09/26/2025
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Duration:
202 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Highly 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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