Chicago Teachers Union rejects fact-finding report

Chicago Teachers Union rejects factfinder report amid contract talks with CPS, strike fears mount
Neither the CTU nor CPS have used the word "strike," but the reality is the 19-page factfinding report opens the door for teachers to prepare for one.
Chicago Teachers Union rejects fact-finding report, says they’ll go back to the negotiating table
After rejecting the recommendations of a third-party arbitrator, the Chicago Teachers Union said it would continue negotiating a new contract with Chicago Public Schools.
Fact-finder report released for Chicago Public Schools, teachers; union contract negotiations
An independent auditor has released its fact-finder report amid contract negotiations between Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union.
Chicago Teachers Union rejects fact-finding report, negotiations to continue
CHICAGO — Chicago Teachers Union contract negotiations hit a snag after the union rejected an arbitrator’s findings. The CTU is back to square one after the group was not onboard with the fact-finding report — which would have helped put an end to their negotiations with Chicago Public Schools.
Stalemate in contract negotiations between CPS, Chicago Teachers Union
As talks continue between the Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union, the union is rejecting a report from an independent factfinder. As Jermont Terry reports, the move could start the countdown to a possible strike.
Chicago Public Schools and teachers union continue haggling over a new contract. What’s settled and what’s next?
After nearly nine months of bargaining, the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools have yet to settle a new, four-year contract. They presented briefs to a third-party law arbitrator
Chicago Teachers Union favorability down to 29% amidst potential strike
New polling shows 3-in-5 Chicago voters have an unfavorable view of the Chicago Teachers Union. More than 55% said they would be less likely to vote for someone who accepts CTU donations.
'Dumbfounded': Chicago Teachers Union inching toward possible strike after rejecting fact-finding report
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) may be closer to a strike after rejecting a report from an independent arbitrator. The CTU said the third party arbitrator found Chicago Public Schools have more money to offer teachers than they’ve let on.
Chicago schools chief Pedro Martinez asserts no need for teachers strike following release of fact-finder’s report
Responding to a fact-finder’s report received by the district Tuesday night, Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez said he’s even more certain there’s no need for a teachers strike following the report,
What you need to know about whether Chicago Teachers Union will strike in April
The Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools entered the “fact finding” phase of negotiations in January 2025. Here’s what that means, whether Chicago students might be out of class, when and what it all could do to taxpayers.
CPS, independent arbitrator agree the district can’t afford much more on teachers contract, CPS says
This comes after the teachers union said the report showed CPS has money to spare. CPS leaders said the report instead “confirmed the district's severe financial constraints.” ...
Chicago Teachers Union hosts school "walk-ins" amid fears over Trump immigration policies
The walk-ins also come in the middle of contract negotiations between CTU and Chicago Public Schools leadership.
Chicago Teachers Union holds walk-ins amid concerns over Trump immigration policies, CPS contract negotiations
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) held ‘walk-ins’ at over 100 schools across the city on Tuesday morning, including Peirce Elementary in Uptown. Parents, teachers, and elected leaders raised concerns ...
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CPS says independent arbitrator agrees the district can’t afford much more on teachers contract
This comes after the teachers union said the report showed CPS has money to spare. CPS leaders said the report instead “confirmed the district's severe financial constraints.” ...