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Paul Vallas

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  • Current office held
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  • Past offices held
    Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools (2012–2014); Superintendent Recovery School District, New Orleans (2007–2010); Superintendent Philadelphia Public Schools (2002–2007); CEO of Chicago Public Schools (1995–2001); Budget Director, City of Chicago (1990–1993); Executive Director, State of Illinois Economic and Fiscal Commission (1985–1990)

Financial overview

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Bio

Background

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Paul Vallas was born in Chicago in 1953. He received a bachelor’s degree in history and political science and a master’s degree in political science from Western Illinois University. He most recently worked for the Obama Department of Justice to improve adult education and occupational training programs in federal prisons.

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