No More Police in CPS Schools as Chicago Education Officials Approve New Safety Plans

No More Police in CPS Schools as Chicago Education Officials Approve New Safety Plans

The Chicago Board of Education unanimously approved a new whole school safety plan, which brings to an end the use of school resource officers (SROs) inside district buildings following a yearslong review of CPS safety protocols and procedures.

Chicago Teachers Secure Deal for Greener, Healthier Schools

The Chicago Teachers Union won a tentative agreement in December that, for the first time, addresses climate and environmental justice demands — making healthy green schools a priority in our city. We achieved this breakthrough even while broader contract negotiations stalled. Finally, in April, we ratified the full agreement, which also includes big raises and lower class sizes. Source

WVU unveils sustainability goals designed to reduce waste and emissions, protect land and water

West Virginia University is committing to a comprehensive set of 20-plus sustainability goals, outlining a road map for significant environmental improvements across campus by 2035. Announced as part of Earth Week at WVU, the initiatives — spanning categories of waste reduction, land and water protection, and lower emissions — reflect the University’s commitment to a more environmentally friendly future.