Groups demand Illinois officials release $50M in after-school program funding
Organizations that provide tutoring, recreation and other after-school programs are calling on Gov. JB Pritzker and the ...
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Illinois eighth grade students are ahead of the curve nationwide in reading, math
A nationwide report found eighth grade Illinois students are ahead of the curve when it comes to reading and math. Here's ...
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Illinois Board of Education advising local schools to prepare for immigration enforcement
The Trump administration rescinded a policy that limited immigration enforcement actions in or near “sensitive locations,” ...
Gov. JB Pritzker stresses importance of federal education funding amid latest threats from Trump
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday continued his offensive against President Donald Trump’s policy initiatives, raising concerns ...
Hoping to “Trump Proof” Students’ Civil Rights, Illinois Lawmakers Aim to End Police Ticketing at School
Chicago Tribune investigation would explicitly prevent police from ticketing students for violations such as vaping or ...
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IL State Board of Education asks districts to prepare for ICE arriving on school grounds
State education leaders are asking school administrations to plan ahead in case immigration officials show up at their buildings. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to allow ...
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Illinois school boards should provide opportunities to all kids in their districts
Some Illinois school boards allow all resident children – including private and homeschooled kids – to participate in ...