Tag: K-12

As lawmakers piece together a state budget, public school funding looms large.

The measures are among 300 new laws taking effect Jan. 1.

A recently passed bill would ensure right to free public K-12 education in Illinois regardless of immigration status.

Illinois’ K-12 schools with Native American-related mascots, logos and team names could have to change them after a bill banning ...

Gov. JB Pritzker is asking lawmakers to pass a plan banning cellphones in schools during class time.

The Illinois State Board of Education asked for a 4.6% funding increase in its fiscal year 2026 budget request.

Illinois education advocates push for increased K-12 funding to address underfunded districts and student challenges, while state budget constraints loom.

Public health groups commend new guides but say there was a ‘lack of opportunities’ for collaboration

Advocates seek $50M to keep programs operating

Legislation that would tighten anti-bullying protocols in Illinois schools will head to the full state Senate after unanimously passing out ...