“We’re tired of being bullied, belittled and betrayed. We have done everything asked of us, yet we continue to be vilified and treated with disrespect.” -Karen Lewis, President of the Chicago Teachers Union

I think the above statement is one that we can all get behind. If a settlement is not reached by September 10th over 26,000 members of the CTU will go on strike. You can follow this situation as it unfolds by checking back here throughout the week. This week in your buildings you will hear from your PJSTA leadership on why and how we will be supporting the CTU. Remember that they are on the front lines of the war against public education. To contribute to their solidarity fund click here.