“Mayor Brandon Johnson Appoints Cydney Wallace as Final Member of Chicago Public Schools Board of Education”

CHICAGO (WLS) — The final appointment to the Chicago Board of Education was announced by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday, marking the completion of the city’s inaugural hybrid school board.

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The newest member is Cydney Wallace, who will represent District 8b.

Described as “A CPS parent, South Side native, dedicated wife, and mother of four committed to uplifting her community” in a news release from the mayor’s office, Wallace brings her deep Chicago roots to fuel her advocacy for equitable opportunities for families and students.

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Wallace has been appointed alongside Johnson’s other selections: Sean Harden, Ed Bannon, Debby Pope, Norma Rios-Sierra, Karen Zaccor, Michilla “Kyla” Blaise, Anusha Thotakura, Emma Lozano, Frank Niles Thomas, and Olga Bautista.

Jennifer Custer, Ebony L. DeBerry, Carlos A. Rivas Jr., Ellen Rosenfeld, Aaron “Jitu” Brown, Jessica Biggs, Yesenia Lopez, Angel Gutierrez, Therese Boyle and Che “Rhymefest” Smith were elected to the board.

“For decades, families, educators and students have called for greater transparency, equity and representation in our public school system,” Johnson said in a statement. “This hybrid school board is a monumental step toward a truly democratic and community-led CPS. With these dedicated leaders, our schools will be led by people who deeply
understand the needs of students, families and educators.”

The new hybrid board will be in place for two years. Then, in November of 2026, all board members will be elected.

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