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Former CEO, Chicago Public Schools. Senior Fellow, @CarnegieFdn.

Chicago, IL
Joined April 2016
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Two years of #HopeChicago and two Chicago generations are rising together, #debtfree. Learn more about our work, results, and vision for Chicago's future by reading our 2023 Annual Report, now available: lnkd.in/g6rRbw_t
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🥳 Exciting news! Dr. @janicejackson, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, joins @AspenInstitute as Executive Director of @AspenEdSociety. Her bold, results-driven leadership will shape the future of education.📚 🔗Read more: aspeninstitute.org/news/jani… #EdLeadership #RisingGen
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There are lessons to be learned from our shared history. Right now, one is ringing loudest for me: Cowardice can be contagious, but so can courage. It’s time for us to step up and be courageous.
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Robert Francis Prevost is the first American-born Pope. He hails from Chicago.
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A special congratulations to Dr. @janicejackson, our 2025 Champion Award recipient, for her career-long commitment to student success and to Mrs. Jasmyne Portee-Haywood, our inaugural Teacher of Excellence Award recipient, whose dedication is making a difference every day. 💡
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It's an honor to induct the 2025 Class of Lincoln Laureates tonight — leaders who drive Illinois forward and have left an impact. Our state’s a better place because of each of you: Bonnie Blair Sandra Cisneros Jeanne Gang Janice K. Jackson Carol Marin Julieanna Richardson
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High school juniors can now apply to the College Access Advisors program, which helps students confidently navigate the college application process. 

First-gen students who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply!
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“Children are resilient. Are we prepared to meet the moment” @janicejackson asks a room of Chicago education folks. At the @CrainsChicago Forum.
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AUSL is proud to honor @janicejackson, CEO of @HopeChicagoEdu, with the 2025 Champion Award at our Annual Benefit Dinner on Tuesday, April 29! 🌟
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CPS grads who return to teach inspire the next generation—that’s why Teach Chicago Tomorrow exists. Want to give back like Torrin? Juniors/Seniors: visit cps.edu/teachtomorrow to learn more! youtube.com/watch?v=z6DgpTas…
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Such a nice surprise to see and listen to Dr. Janice Jackson at our DLP graduation ceremony at The Holdsworth Center. We love her passion and appreciate the powerful message she provided to all in attendance. #CCISDProud
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At EdLoC’s exclusive Book Talk at #ASUGSV2025, I’m excited to discuss Dr. Nancy Gutiérrez’s new co-authored book, Coaching Education Leaders, with Kaya Henderson, Dr. Meisha Porter & Dr. Nancy Gutiérrez herself. Let’s discuss what it really takes to sustain impactful leadership.
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If you live in Wisconsin – or have friends or family who do – there’s an important Supreme Court race happening right now. And there’s only one candidate ready to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of Wisconsinites: Judge Susan Crawford. We’ve all seen how important judges are in protecting our rights, so vote early — don’t wait until April 1st. Find your early vote location: wisdems.org/vote
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What you talkin bout Willis, it’s Sears Tower. #Chicago
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It's time to stand up and speak out. Call (202) 224-3121 and tell your representatives to not let Donald Trump and his administration take away your services.
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Crockett: Mr. President, guess what? Russia invaded Ukraine. Can we at least agree on that one? Facts matter. Is there anybody in here that has enough courage to say Russia invaded Ukraine? …. Crockett: This is the problem
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Also, the @USDA has SUSPENDED the 1890 Scholars Program. There is no reason listed besides, “suspended pending further review” The program provides full tuition for students from rural and underserved communities who study agriculture. Here are the HBCUs that are affected.
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The 2024 Nation’s Report Card shows that we have complex challenges to solve regarding student achievement. Joining @ProvenTutoring & @Accelerate in D.C. to advance efforts to scale and sustain #tutoring, an intervention that outperforms other interventions. #StateofHDT2025
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