Education

The board submits its request to the governor and lawmakers at the start of each year.

Enrollment grew to a 10-year high overall but declined on some campuses and among international grad students.

Lawmakers approved a 2% increase to be distributed only after the governor approves them in writing.

First report under new scoring system shows higher proficiency rates, but achievement gaps remain.

Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates elected to lead new team at statewide teachers union.

Report shows educational attainment levels rising, but proficiency rates stagnant despite billions in new spending.

New system of reporting student test scores is intended to reflect more accurate proficiency rates.

Illinois schools will not have to pay to implement mental health screenings developed by the State Board of Education under...

A University of Illinois Springfield study examines implementation of Illinois’ media literacy law.

Study finds people who are born poor continue to earn less than classmates from wealthier families.