New to Chicago’s elected school board? Chicago’s second school board election is set for November 3, and with all 21 Board of Education seats up for grabs, it will be a historic first for the city. Chicago’s enrollment crisis and school closuresWhat began as a pool of fifty-one candidates vying for the 21 school board seats is being narrowed as candidates face challenges and are removed from the election ballot. “You need to hire a school board president that aligns with what your values are in terms of public education,” she said. What do you think the school board should prioritize?”