K-12 schools must say no to DEI to receive federal money, administration says
The administration is specifically targeting money that supports low-income students. Chicago Public Schools expected about ...
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As Trump dismantles gender-affirming policies, Chicago LGBTQ+ students and staff mobilize
Students and educators involved in Gay-Straight Alliance clubs in Chicago Public Schools are pushing the school district to ...
Illinois is first to mandate halal, kosher meals be available in public institutions such as schools, but concerns remain
With the Faith By Plate Act mandating halal and kosher meals be offered at places such as public schools, Muslim parents are ...
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A Parent’s Guide to Navigating IEPs in Chicago Public Schools
Read our guide for an overview of how an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) functions within Chicago Public Schools.
Can latest IHSA changes (finally) level the playing field between public and private schools?
Most Rockford coaches like IHSA's latest changes to attendance multiplier to help balance the playing field for private and ...
Chicago Public Schools students inspired after spending part of spring break making college visits
After their four-day tour of colleges, the students returned to Chicago knowing there is a whole other world outside their ...
Chicago selling vacant land to spur redevelopment across city
The city of Chicago began selling $26 million worth of vacant land this week with the goal of having the properties ...
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Biden gave Illinois schools another year to spend $77 million in COVID relief. Trump wants the money back.
The Illinois State Board of Education says federal COVID relief dollars meant to end in March 2026 have been clawed back by ...