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Chicago Public Schools Still Searching for New Superintendent
CPS leadership transition continues after former CEO's departure
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has yet to find a replacement for former CEO Pedro Martinez, who departed the district in 2025. The search for a new superintendent continues as the school system navigates an ongoing leadership transition.
Why it matters
CPS is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 300,000 students. The superintendent role is critical to providing stable leadership and strategic direction for the district, which has faced challenges around funding, academic performance, and labor relations in recent years.
The details
After Pedro Martinez's departure in 2025, CPS has been searching for a permanent replacement to lead the district. The school board has not yet announced a finalist or timeline for selecting a new superintendent. In the interim, CPS has been operating under temporary leadership, which has raised concerns about the district's ability to implement long-term plans and initiatives.
- Pedro Martinez departed CPS in 2025.
The players
Pedro Martinez
Former CEO of Chicago Public Schools who departed the district in 2025.
Chicago Public Schools
The third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 300,000 students in Chicago, Illinois.
What’s next
CPS has not provided a timeline for when a new permanent superintendent will be selected and begin leading the district.
The takeaway
The ongoing leadership transition at CPS highlights the importance of stable, long-term superintendents to provide strategic direction and oversight for one of the nation's largest school systems.
