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New Chicago schools chief has record of reform, but irked teachers

Chicago Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel taps Jean-Claude Brizard, superintendent in Rochester, N.Y., to head city schools. Brizard is a long-time educator, unlike new leaders of other big-city districts.
Chicago schools face budget cuts. Will teachers’ union budge?

Like other school districts nationwide, Chicago is facing budget cuts – meaning layoffs and crowded classrooms. The teachers' union is being asked to make concessions, including their guaranteed annual pay raise.
Chicago looks to 'turnarounds' to lift failing schools

The unproven reform includes firing a school's entire staff.

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