Illinois Teacher’s Unions Call for Remote Learning

One of the biggest questions on the minds of parents across Illinois is "What schools in session will look like this fall?" The state has issued guidelines for reopening with in-person instructions, but a major teachers’ union is calling for remote learning. The 21st speaks with two leaders of major teacher unions to discuss how they feel about the State Board of Education's plan to reopen schools this year.

Guests:

Dan Montgomery, the President of the Illinois Federation of Teachers

Kathi Griffin, the President of the Illinois Education Association

Prepared for web by Zainab Qureshi

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