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Chicago schools spend millions as students struggle

$14.5 million spent on travel by Chicago Public Schools while so many students can’t read at grade level has people talking. It’s tough to swallow that so much money went to flights and hotels when classrooms are short on resources and kids are falling behind. Some folks are calling for a forensic audit and want more transparency, while others think tech like Zoom could save big bucks. With chronic absenteeism and low test scores, shouldn’t the focus be on students first? How would you want to see these funds used instead? Let’s hear your take! #Education #Chicago #CPS