Separate classrooms, more staff: How CPS is coping with a staggering rise in special ed needs and costs

Source Chicago Sun-Times
Original Load Date July 18, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Last Updated July 18, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Original URL https://chicago.suntimes.com/the-watchdogs/2026/07/18/cps-special-education-chicago-public-schools

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