Twp HSD 214 considers stadium advertising sales
A large school district in suburban Chicago will vote next week on whether to sell ads and naming rights for its sports stadiums.
Illinois
Some IL superintendents report absenteeism increase
Some schools are reporting a momentary uptick in absenteeism, reportedly due to the president's recent executive order tied to immigration enforcement.
W. Sub. schools prepare for immigration enforcement
School officials across the nation are offering guidance regarding what school officials need to do if an ICE agent shows up.
Glenbard W. pit takes a bow in The Addams Family
Students in the pit orchestra at Glenbard West's production rise to the challenge of mastering musical books fit for Broadway.
Green Ribbon includes Lutherville Lab Elementary
Sustainability and a commitment to environmental education are hallmarks of the Green Ribbon School designation from the US Dept of Education.
McHenry HS celebrates 100 years
It's an auspicious school year in McHenry, IL. The school opened its doors 100 years ago, way before students had cellphones.
IL may get funds for migrant students after all
Illinois's state supt. has a plan for making up funds denied by the General Assembly to newly arriving migrant students.
Elgin Acad. closes; Islamic K-12 school may move in
An Islamic school, Burhan Academy, may be taking over the space once occupied by one of Illinois's oldest schools, which had to close.
IL custodians signal contract talk difficulties
Janitors and other school service workers, represented by the SEIU, say they're having trouble negotiating contract wages that are up to standard.
New athletic training facility approved in Dunlap
Dunlap Dist. 323 will break ground this fall on a much-needed extracurricular training facility, which will cost about $8.5 million.