Chicago Teachers Union

We’re proud to stand with the women of CTU who power our union, strengthen our schools, and lead with purpose every single day. Your leadership and solidarity make our movement stronger.

Stay tuned this month as we feature our favorite women’s history moments.

#WomensHistoryMonth

CTU wishes all the best to CM Punk defending his title tomorrow night during Elimination Chamber at the United Center. Best in the world!

Chicago Teachers Union Expresses Solidarity with State Sen. Mike Simmons After Neighbors Responded to His Outreach By Calling Police

Watch the video of the interaction here: x.com/bpopetv/stat...

Kevin Moore’s favorite Black History Month moment takes us back to the late 1960s when the UFW and the Black Panther Party stood shoulder to shoulder in California to demand justice for working people.

Black history isn’t behind us - it’s a blueprint. And solidarity is still the strategy.

We are so proud of Kyla Nash, a senior at Brooks College Prep, for helping bring Black Illinois history to life as the narrator ofthe documentary, “Against the Current.”

This film produced by @thesocialstudiesnetwork shines a light on the resistance and brilliance rooted in Illinois.

WBEZ: Illinois after-school programs, parent services in limbo as lawsuits challenge Trump administration cuts

At schools across Illinois, essential programming is now in limbo after the Trump administration abruptly cut the Full-Service Community Schools grant.

AFT is fighting this alongside organizations, like ACT Now and BPNC in court.

Read more: [https://bit.ly/4s8SEe8](bit.ly/3OFs2ml)

We don’t accept the myth of “no money for schools”, not while billionaires still aren’t paying their fair share.

This Friday, wear your CTU red. We’re demanding that the Governor and state legislatorstax the ultra-rich and fund our communities.

Ramadan Mubarak/رمضان مبارك to all those who celebrate! CTU wishes a blessed month of peace and reflection to all our community members who celebrate. 🌙

We came to Springfield to deliver one message: tax the rich and fully fund our schools.

Governor Pritzker and the Democratic supermajority must pass legislation to make billionaires pay their fair share so our students get the fully funded education they deserve.

As we welcome the Lunar New Year, CTU celebrates new beginnings, fresh opportunities, and the strength of community.

May the year ahead bring prosperity and continued growth to all who celebrate. Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🐴

CTU and IFT President Stacy Davis Gates on the Passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.

CTU on the Death of Ofelia Torres

Sending all our love to our educators and community this Valentine’s Day 💘

You’re the heart of everything we do.

Standing on business until Illinois fully funds its schools.

Roses are red
School funding is over due
Governor Pritzker,
Fully fund our schools

💌 The best way to show love to our students, educators, and school communities is by fully funding our schools.

Solidarity means action.✊🏽

Starbucks baristas have been on strike for months demanding safe jobs, fair scheduling, and a livable wage. They’ve faced intimidation just for organizing.

Don’t cross the digital picket line.

Delete the app. Don’t shop atStarbucks.

CTU on the School Shooting in British Columbia

When injustice comes for our city and our schools, we answer with our voices, our banners, and our unity. This is what a union looks like—students, educators, and community standing together.

Thank you to Zion Richards for speaking truth to power at CTU’s State of the Union ✊🏿

CTU Stands in Solidarity with United Educators of San Francisco

We’re not afraid. We organize.

Not Bad Bunny crying over us securing $1B for schools, libraries, and parks 😭❤️ #SBLIII

Linda McMahon isn’t welcome in Illinois — especially not during Black History Month — unless she’s bringing back the $8 million for Black Student Success, fully funding community schools, and restoring civil rights protections across the Department of Education.

Mayor Brandon Johnson at CTU’s State of the Union reminds us that our humanity is not up for debate.

We fight for democracy, dignity, and safe communities for every family—no exceptions.

NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION – CHICAGO
Join us Saturday, Feb 7 at 1PM at Daley Plaza (50 W Washington) as we demand justice for all victims of ICE terror - including Renee Good, Alex Pretti, Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, and Keith Porter one month after Renee was killed by ICE.

CTU on Student Walk Outs Against ICE Enforcement

CTU on Student Walk Outs Against ICE Enforcement

CTU on Student Walk Outs Against ICE Enforcement

CTU on Student Walk Outs Against ICE Enforcement

CTU Statement on Governor Plan for Pensions Needs to Uphold Full Commitment, Tax the Rich to Expand the Budget, Trump-Proof the State, and Deliver for Students, Public Workers, Illinois Families

School counselors play a critical role in student well-being and success. This National School Counselors Week, CTU celebrates the impact of our counselors. Together we will continue to fight for the support counselors need to deliver the care our students deserve.

#NSCW26

CTU and IFT President Davis Gates on Trump’s School Voucher Tax Scheme

CTU and IFT President Stacy Davis Gates on the Unjust Arrest of Journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Forte

📢This Friday, January 30th, wear red and stand with Minnesota!

Grab your CTU sign at the action.

#ICEOUT