I spoke with Victor P. Henderson, the self-proclaimed independent candidate in the race for CPS Board President.

Lawyer, CPA, and former CPS parent, he is running to speak up for children, families, and taxpayers.

Learn more about him at victorforthefuture.org

Check out the UChicago and Johns Hopkins report on impact of mass CPS school closures here.

Election Day is November 3, 2026 and Early voting at two downtown locations started October 1

Early voting in all 50 wards opens on Oct. 19.

Learn more here.

Che 'Rhymefest' Smith is no stranger to using his voice.

Famed rapper, and award-winning songwriter, he has used his talents and commitment to community, to serve on Chicago's Elected School Board.

Elected in 2024, he represents District 10A.

For the 2026 election, he's the only candidate in his race on the ballot, though there is a write-in candidate, see Season 1 Episode 1.

In this episode, we discuss:

• his lessons learned
• his north star through all his community endeavors
• His vision for the future of Chicago Public Schools

Find out what district you're in.

On part two of the CPS Board President series, we bring in Jessica Biggs.

She's a current board member.

She's a former classroom teacher and school leader.

She lays out her plan to address the district's financial woes, support of the Black Student Success Plan, and speaks on school closures.

biggs4chicago.com