"Chicago Public Schools Navigate First Day Challenges with High Dosage Tutoring and Pizza Delight"

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students return to classrooms for the start of the 2023-24 school year, with ongoing coverage highlighting the experiences of students, teachers, and parents. Mayor Brandon Johnson visits Brighton Park Elementary School and engages with students in various classrooms. Urban Prep Academy parents express relief as the school remains open despite previous charter revocation attempts. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez assures that classrooms have air conditioning, but some teachers report issues with cooling systems. A newly-arrived family from Venezuela drops off their 9-year-old son for his first day of school.