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Costs for back-to-school supplies are expected to be higher. How much would some CPS families spend? | WBEZ Chicago

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Article written by Mariah Rush
Chicago Public Schools students are expected to face higher costs for school supplies this year, with parents planning to spend significantly more due to inflation. A Deloitte survey indicated that families might spend an average of $794 per child, reflecting a 7% increase from the previous year.
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Costs for back-to-school supplies are expected to be higher. How much would some CPS families spend?
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Graded by NewzGrade AI AI · provisional on August 20, 2026 at 07:53 PM
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The article is well-written and informative, adhering to news writing standards, though it could strengthen objectivity in presenting varying perspectives on the impact of rising costs. Overall, it provides a clear overview of back-to-school costs for CPS families amidst inflation.

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