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- Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) designated May 1 as a civil action day.
- Chicago Teachers Union aims to promote civic engagement and defend public education.
- CPS confirmed May 1 remains an instructional day, and students in grades six to 12 may take one excused absence for civic events with parental permission.
- Mayor Brandon Johnson praised the initiative, noting Chicago's May Day heritage and community solidarity.
