What will it take to get equitable funding in Illinois? That seems to be the mystery question as the state waits for Gov. Bruce Rauner to approve a budget. Join us on May 17, 2016 at 8 p.m. as we discuss the matter at hand. Our panel includes: Chris Butler (Chicago Unheard), Peter Cunningham (Education Post) and Marilyn Rhames (Teachers Who…
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Video: Because They Can; Kim Wilborn’s Story
If teachers raise the bar for their students, they’ll discover that the students will rise to the occasion or even surpass it. That is what happened to Perspective’s Charter student, Kim Wilborn. Watch the video below to learn more about Kim’s story. This story was originally shared on Education Post.
24-Year-Old Englewood Native Gives Back in the Form of Scholarships
24-year-old Cassius Rudolph has found an impactful way to give back to his community: scholarships. A graduate of Columbia University’s Union Theological Seminary, Rudolph will be giving three $1,000 scholarships to seniors at Harlan this year.
I Chose Home-Schooling to Reinforce Black Culture in My Children’s Life
When I saw the NPR article about this growing movement of African American home-schoolers, I was not surprised. I am a home-schooler. My wife and I are apart of that movement. We also know several other African American families who have made the decision to educate their children at home.
Why I Chose Lloyd Bond for My Daughter’s Education
My name is Tenika Sampson. My daughter attends Chicago International Charter School LLoyd Bond campus.
What’s the Point of the Chicago Teachers Union Walkout This Friday?
Education Post sat down with two CPS teachers to discuss the one-day CTU strike and it’s purpose.
Why I Chose Charter Schools for My Son
I’m a mom of an 8 year old son and a 8-month old. Education is extremely important to me. Once my first son turned 2, I put him in day care for the social aspect. Once he turned 4, he started Pre-k at Legacy Charter School on the west side of Chicago. I have history with Legacy, because my little…
You’d Never Convince My Mom to ‘Opt-Out’ of Testing
Opting out. In Chicago and across the country there is a movement that is taking hold that encourages parents, students, teachers and community leaders to “opt out” of standardized tests. Many of the arguments used to promote the idea of opting out (while often exaggerated) are founded. By and large we probably administer too many standardized tests in our public…