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CPS Consider Alternatives to School Resource Officers

Chicago Public Schools and community pose alternatives to police officers in schools.

Aired 03/24/2021 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

CPS Consider Alternatives to School Resource Officers

Clip: 3/24/2021 | 7m 30sVideo has Closed Captions

Chicago Public Schools and community pose alternatives to police officers in schools.

While several Chicago Public Schools have removed police officers from their buildings, 55 schools still have what are called “school resource officers.” On Wednesday, the school district and five community organizations laid out recommendations for those schools to pursue a more holistic approach to safety.

Aired 03/24/2021 | Rating NR

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