Groups demand release of 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 schools prepare for immigration enforcement
The Illinois State Board of Education is encouraging local school districts to adopt clear policies spelling out how and when ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Illinois Gaming Board cements ban on certain NFL wagers
The Illinois Gaming Board made permanent what had been a temporary ban on certain types of NFL sports wagering.
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Illinois Board of Education seeks $11.4B for preK-12 spending
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Board of Education voted Wednesday to approve a budget request for the upcoming fiscal year of nearly $11.4 billion, a 4.6% increase over this year’s budget ...