Our Introduction

History of the CPS Board of Education

In our first episode, Dr. Charlie Tocci, an education historian from Loyola University, will join us to explore the history of the CPS board of education. We’ll explore how a 1995 Illinois law cemented mayoral control of the CPS Board of Education for more than 25 years. Caveat: Episode recorded prior to the recent mass resignation of Chicago Board of Education.

Our Introduction

This episode introduces your podcast hosts and Raise Your Hand, and explains why a podcast covering Chicago's Board of Education is essential, starting with the November 5, 2024 school board election.