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CPS Students Return To School Amid $734 Million Budget Deficit
The start of the school year comes as the district is facing a $734 million budget deficit.
Updated on: August 18, 2025 / 6:52 AM CDT
More than 300,000 Chicago Public Schools students are returning to the classroom on Monday to start the school year.
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The start of the school year comes as the district is facing a $734 million budget deficit.
CPS leaders revealed their budget proposal on Wednesday. They said that it closes a $734 million deficit through a mix of cost-cutting and new revenue.
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