We must support them while they bravely fight for all of us!
The Strike HQ is at 1642 W. Van Buren, Teamsters Local 705.
Stop by anytime to get volunteer and help out. Or, look below for specific ways to contribute to the cause:Join a picket line from 6:30am-10:30am at any of the schools CPS will attempt to open and operate without any teachers. Full list here: http://goo.gl/maps/nlTo0
You don't have to come for the whole time, but walking with the teachers is a great way to show them our support. Picketers also appreciate donations of coffee and/or donuts.
Rally to demand a fair contract from CPS at their HQ at 125 S. Clark, at 3:30pm on Monday and every day of the strike. You are also welcome to join the picket there in the early mornings or late evenings.
Event: www.facebook.com/events/193789627420666
Call Chicago's mayor and school board and tell them public education is about students, parents and teachers, not private profit. Demand smaller classes, a better school day, and a fair contract! Let your voice be heard. Call now:
Visibly and audibly support CTU by: 1) Talking with your friends, family and co-workers,
2) Downloading materials or picking them up from strike HQ and distributing them,
3) Wearing our t-shirt or other red clothing in solidarity. You can also use a red ribbon to tie around your neighborhood or clothing. (Our shirts can be bought at strike HQ, our events, or you can place a minimum order of 24 at $11.50 each union-made, union-printed CTSC shirts by contacting American Campaigns Co. at (773) 261-6800 or email Gigi giovanna@americancampaigns.net)
4) Put a CTU support sign in your window/yard. Distribute signs to coffee shops, work places, other public spots.
5) Host a meeting at your home or school to help your friends, family and neighbors understand what's really at stake and brainstorm ways we can all make a difference at this critical time. Contact info@parents4teachers.net and Parents4Teachers will help facilitate the meeting and make a presentation.
6) Get creative and get the word out!
You don't have to come for the whole time, but walking with the teachers is a great way to show them our support. Picketers also appreciate donations of coffee and/or donuts.
Rally to demand a fair contract from CPS at their HQ at 125 S. Clark, at 3:30pm on Monday and every day of the strike. You are also welcome to join the picket there in the early mornings or late evenings.
Event: www.facebook.com/events/193789627420666
Call Chicago's mayor and school board and tell them public education is about students, parents and teachers, not private profit. Demand smaller classes, a better school day, and a fair contract! Let your voice be heard. Call now:
- Mayor Emanuel at 312-744-3300
- CEO Brizard at 773-553-1500 (Every Thursday night Parents4Teachers is calling to flood CPS with messages supporting teachers.)
Visibly and audibly support CTU by: 1) Talking with your friends, family and co-workers,
2) Downloading materials or picking them up from strike HQ and distributing them,
3) Wearing our t-shirt or other red clothing in solidarity. You can also use a red ribbon to tie around your neighborhood or clothing. (Our shirts can be bought at strike HQ, our events, or you can place a minimum order of 24 at $11.50 each union-made, union-printed CTSC shirts by contacting American Campaigns Co. at (773) 261-6800 or email Gigi giovanna@americancampaigns.net)
4) Put a CTU support sign in your window/yard. Distribute signs to coffee shops, work places, other public spots.
5) Host a meeting at your home or school to help your friends, family and neighbors understand what's really at stake and brainstorm ways we can all make a difference at this critical time. Contact info@parents4teachers.net and Parents4Teachers will help facilitate the meeting and make a presentation.
6) Get creative and get the word out!
