Recent Activity
Today, May 7
- 12:53pm
As we wrap up a busy week and head into Spring Break, we want to take a moment to connect.
At yesterday’s CBOE meeting, CPAA Board Secretary Tyrone Dowdell delivered a strong message centered on communication and the importance of thoughtful decision-making… ensuring that resources follow programs as budget decisions are made. Principal Mary Kay Richardson also spoke powerfully, lifting up the needs and promise of our bilingual communities. We want to thank them both as they both represented our union and our profession well. Videos of their appearances follow.
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CPAA Executive Secretary speaks at the regular Chicago Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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We also want to take a moment to thank the many members who have recently enrolled students from shuttered Aspira charter schools… including Principal Heidy Moran and the team at Schurz. You continue to make a way… ensuring students and families are supported every step of the way.
A reminder that we have two important opportunities for your voice to be heard. If you haven’t already done so, please take a few moments to complete our surveys(email services@mycpaa.com to receive access!).
And as you move into this break… take care of yourselves. Do what you need for you. The work will be here when you return. Let’s come back rested, clear, and ready for what’s ahead.
CPAA Union Team