Kate Grossman

Kate is a two-time winner of the national Education Writers Association top opinion writing award for editorials on the Chicago Public Schools and is a winner of the Studs Terkel Award for coverage of Chicago’s diverse communities. She regularly speaks publicly and to groups about education issues, journalism and politics. Kate lives in Chicago with her family.
Stories by Kate Grossman
¿En qué consiste el plan de reapertura de las escuelas públicas de Chicago (CPS)? Te lo explicamos muy fácil
CPS pide comentarios hacia su propuesta. Esta herramienta te permite analizar cada uno de los escenarios.
What Is CPS’ School Reopening Plan? Here’s A Simple Breakdown.
CPS is proposing to reopen with a mix of remote and in-person learning. This tool lets you zoom in on each of the different scenarios.
Head of Chicago’s police board said he was hit by police during protest
The head of Chicago’s police board said he was one of several people struck by Chicago police during a confrontation with protesters on Sunday.
Chicago’s food bank suspends deliveries
Chicago’s main food bank said it has canceled all deliveries Monday amid the unrest in the region.
Free meals suspended for Chicago Public Schools families
Chicago Public Schools families won’t be able to pick up meals at schools starting Monday.
Celebrate 2020 Grads During WBEZ’s #ChiGradWeek
From custom ‘Grad Grams’ to personal stories to a citywide sing-along, here’s how we’re giving the class of 2020 the celebration they deserve.
Schools FAQ: How Long Will The K-12 School Shutdown Last?
Also, how are colleges grading students? What are “remote learning days?”
From The Teachers Strike To Ph.D.s 50 Years In The Making: The Year In Education
Here are WBEZ’s must-read education stories from 2019, including a look at Chicago’s teacher shortage, Common Core and prom send-off parties.
Chicago Teachers Strike: What You Need To Know
WBEZ answers your questions — from how long walkouts usually last to whether Chicago will be required by the state to make up strike days.
Palatine Open To Full Transgender Bathroom Rights For Students
An Illinois school district at the center of a national fight over transgender student rights is proposing full access to locker rooms.