Friday, March 14, 2025

Search results for keyword: Education found in 312 News.

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  • by david hall
548 Foundation aims to create a pipeline of solar energy workers through its training program

For about a year, the 548 Foundation’s Clean Energy Training Program has offered 10- to 13-week courses teaching skills to help students land jobs in the state’s burgeoning solar industry.

education
  • by david hall
Chicago Public Schools lays off nearly 600 support staff members

About half of the layoffs affected teacher aides. CPS Officials said only about 5% of all teacher aides lost their positions and that most will find jobs in other schools.

education
  • by david hall
CTU endorses slate of candidates for Chicago’s first elected school board

Just days after the candidate filing period ended, the Chicago Teachers Union endorsed 11 candidates for 10 seats, including parents, educators, faith leaders and community organizers.

city-hall
  • by david hall
Paltry number of 'hate incidents' deemed 'bona fide' cries out for public education, City Council members says

Out of 114 "hate incidents" reported from Jan. 1 through June 13, only 17 were deemed “bona fide,” 83 were “unfounded” and 14 were listed as “undetermined.” Ald. Debra Silverstein, who pushed to create the new category, said the low numbers show more public education is needed.