Back of the Yards students receive $10K grant, will attend Youth Business Summit after creating company
The Richards Career Academy entrepreneurship team is one of only four student groups in the country to receive the grant.
Chicago students receive $10K grant, will attend Youth Business Summit after creating company
The Richards Career Academy entrepreneurship team is one of only four student groups in the country to receive the grant.
Chicago lawmaker sounds alarm as 55 schools report no proficiency in math or reading: 'Very serious'
An alarming report has revealed that dozens of Chicago schools claim no students are proficient in either math or reading despite the state and federal government funneling billions of dollars into education in the Windy City.
Chicago group pushing to change location of proposed South Loop high school
The Chicago Board of Education is expected to make a final decision on the school in June.
Indiana ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill pivots to kids’ gender identity
Teachers in Indiana public schools could be required to tell parents if a student changes their gender identity or preferred name under a bill House committee members approved Monday.
Group pushing to change location of proposed South Loop high school
A group is pushing an alternative site for a new South Loop high school.
Indiana ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill pivots to kids’ gender identity
Teachers in Indiana public schools could be required to tell parents if a student changes their gender identity or preferred name under a bill House committee members approved Monday.
Former UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank, who was briefly president-elect of Northwestern, dies of cancer
Rebecca Blank was the chancellor of UW-Madison from 2013 to 2022. In October 2021, she was hired to be the president of Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. It was a job she was never able to fully take on – in July 2022, she announced she had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer
Gloria J. Taylor Foundation to award college scholarships at banquet today
The Gloria J. Taylor Foundation has sent 5,000 students to the college of their choice since its founding in 1996. The foundation honors Gloria Taylor who was the first Black woman elected to office in the city of Harvey. She had a passion for education and giving back to the community.
Local group connects Chicago students with CEOs, executive leaders
The Support Group's Executive Director Bennie Henry has been helping Chicago Public Schools students network with positive role models for 30 years. The Support Group hosts "Lunch With a Leader" where students are introduced to leading business professionals to enhance communication and leadership skills.
Garcia questions whether Johnson, a CTU organizer, can be an objective mayor
U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, D-Ill., questioned Friday whether Brandon Johnson can represent the interests of Chicago taxpayers when his mayoral campaign is bankrolled by the Chicago Teachers Union and he is a paid CTU organizer who helped marshal support for two strikes and two job actions since 2012.
Gov. Pritzker pitches education plan across Illinois
Over the next few days, Gov. J.B. Pritzker is visiting childcare facilities, learning centers, and schools across the state to promote his Smart Start Illinois program.
Pritzker hits the road to promote 'Smart Start Illinois' plan
The proposal would make historic investments in pre-school, childcare, early support, and early childhood facilities.
Pritzker promotes 'Smart Start Illinois' plan
The proposal would make historic investments in preschool, childcare early support and early childhood facilities.
How to stop worrying about student loan debt
Author and entrepreneur Cedric Nash dishes out advice for those worried about paying off student loan debt.
Illinois State leader quits after less than 2 years on job
Illinois State University’s president has resigned after less than two years on the job.
Pritzker touts 'Smart Start Illinois' education program during State of the State address
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is proposing that Illinois provide pre-kindergarten for all 3 and 4-year-olds whose parents want it, but may not be able to pay for it.
Pritzker’s budget to provide preschool for 5,000 children 'to cover all of those early childhood deserts'
Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s budget proposal for next year will include a $250 million investment in early education, including a $75 million block grant that will create 5,000 preschool spots for Illinois children.
Gary Community School District introduces book vending machines to get kids excited about reading
The Gary Community School District is offering a unique prize for excellent students, and it's coming from a vending machine.
Pritzker touts 'Smart Start Illinois' education program during State of the State address
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is proposing that Illinois provide pre-kindergarten for all 3 and 4-year-olds whose parents want it, but may not be able to pay for it.