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Head Start teachers joining union
June 07, 2012
By: Rebecca Harris

Teachers at three of Chicago’s community-based Head Start programs have voted to unionize this year with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). More union elections could be on the way in coming months.

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In the News: CPS, SEIU reach tentative pact
June 04, 2012
By: Cassandra West

Chicago Public Schools and and Service Employees International Union Local 73 announced Sunday that a tentative agreement has been reached between them.

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