Chicago Public Schools Cancel Classes , and Return to Remote Learning.<br />Late on Jan. 4, district officials announced classes in Chicago would be canceled on Jan. 5.<br />The teachers union voted to return to remote learning amid <br />the current coronavirus surge until "cases substantially subside" or better safety protocols are put in place.<br />This decision was made with a heavy heart and a singular focus on student and community safety, Teachers union, via statement.<br />But some district leaders have called the move a "walkout" and "illegal work stoppage.".<br />Schools will remain open for staff, administrators and "essential services.".<br />CPS CEO Pedro Martinez <br />said, "there is no evidence <br />that our schools are unsafe." .<br />As a result, teachers who don't show <br />up on Jan. 5 will not be paid. .<br />Parents have also expressed their frustration at the return to remote learning.<br />I am very disappointed in the Chicago Teachers Union for the fearmongering tactics and negative rhetoric regarding this vote. I am equally disappointed in the CPS CEO and our mayor, Carolina Barrera Tobón, parent, to CNN.<br />I am very disappointed in the Chicago Teachers Union for the fearmongering tactics and negative rhetoric regarding this vote. I am equally disappointed in the CPS CEO and our mayor, Carolina Barrera Tobón, parent, to CNN
