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Good morning. Reema Amin here with our top story today, which examines the big issues ahead of Macquline King as she prepares to lead CPS permanently.

I wanted to hear from people who are involved with their schools to see what they want King to do about the budget, declining enrollment and chronic absenteeism. After lots of pesky phone calls, texts and even Facebook messages, I found people who represent schools from across the city. And a lot of what they want is similar, such as no cuts to extracurriculars or school meals. But in other ways their demands varied — and represented just how challenging it will be to meet the needs of CPS’ diverse school communities.

One person called for better teacher retention. Another said wealthier schools should be OK with making some sacrifices. A longtime West Side community advocate is vehemently against her small high school closing. A newly elected LSC member at another school wonders if her school needs to cut staffing.

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Chicago Public Schools second-in-command departs, as officials call for more Latino leadership, Chicago Tribune (Paywall)

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