Negotiations Over COVID Safety Drag On For Chicago Public Schools

The transcript discusses the ongoing dispute between the Chicago Teachers Union and the city's school district over COVID safety protocols. Despite numerous meetings, no agreement has been reached, and the union accuses the district of imposing plans without proper involvement of members or parents. Mayor Lori Lightfoot is pressing for a resolution, emphasizing the urgency of the situation as students are expected to return to classrooms.

What is the current status of the negotiations between the teachers union and the school district?

• They have reached an agreement.

• Negotiations are ongoing and may continue through the weekend.

• The negotiations have been canceled.

• The dispute has been resolved.

What is Mayor Lori Lightfoot demanding from the teachers union?

• To reduce class sizes.

• To extend the school year.

• To agree on COVID safety protocols.

• To increase teacher salaries.

How does Mayor Lightfoot feel about the progress of the negotiations?

• She is patient and understanding.

• She is optimistic.

• She is indifferent.

• She is impatient and frustrated.

What accusation has the Chicago Teachers Union made against the mayor and the school district?

• They have reduced the number of meetings.

• They have increased funding for schools.

• They have tried to impose a plan without consulting members or parents.

• They have involved parents in the decision-making process.

Which group of students was affected by the unresolved dispute?

• High school students.

• College students.

• Kindergarten through 8th-grade students.

• Preschool students.