Schools to get funding increase, but less than some had urged
Illinois lawmakers approved the budget just after 4 a.m. Monday morning.
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Trump DOJ investigating ‘gender ideology’ in 3 dozen Illinois school districts
The U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday announced an investigation into 36 public school districts in Illinois "to determine whether ...
State education board OKs $10.9B budget request
Illinois education officials seek modest funding increase amid budget uncertainty.
“No Schoolers”: How Illinois’ hands-off approach to homeschooling leaves children at risk
At 9 years old, L.J. started missing school. His parents said they would homeschool him. It took two years — ...
State school board weighs increased funding requests ahead of budget season
Advocates continue call to speed up contributions to new state funding formula.
As Evidence Based Funding formula turns 5, lawmakers reflect on historic legislation
Five years ago this month, Illinois lawmakers passed legislation that overhauled the way public schools in the state are funded.
Bill would require schools to offer vegan, vegetarian options upon request
Public schools in Illinois may soon be serving a lot more vegan and vegetarian meals, thanks to a bill that ...
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