Archdiocese of Chicago Accuses CPS of Ending Disability Support Funding for Catholic Schools
The Archdiocese of Chicago has accused Chicago Public Schools (CPS) of abruptly ending instructional support funding for over 800 students with disabilities in Catholic schools. According to the Archdiocese, CPS informed them that services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) would cease two months before the school year ends. The Archdiocese claims this decision will deprive students of essential academic support services. CPS, however, disputes these claims, stating that the Archdiocese's spending exceeded their allocated funds, leading to the decision to wind down services. CPS maintains that it has been transparent in distributing funds and is managing limited resources amid growing demand. The Archdiocese has expressed concerns about the management of these funds and potential constitutional issues, suggesting that Catholic schools have been unfairly targeted. 
