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The New Initiative for Black Student Success in Chicago Public Schools: A Deep Dive
In recent months, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has unveiled an ambitious five-year plan aimed at addressing longstanding disparities faced by Black students within the district. Dubbed the Black Student Success initiative, the program seeks to reduce suspensions, increase the number of Black teachers, and expand Black history education, all while tackling systemic inequalities that have persisted for years.