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Illinois gubernatorial candidate Ted Dabrowski emphasizes the need for improved public-school performance and promises to prioritize universal school choice if elected.

The Illinois House Republican Caucus has called on Governor J.B. Pritzker to engage with the federal scholarship tax credit program, which aims to broaden educational opportunities for low-income students in…

Laurie Parman, a candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives District 66, has criticized equity-focused Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies.

Awake Illinois, a statewide advocacy group, has announced that Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois State Board of Education, the Department of Human Services, and schools across Illinois support the presence…

Andrew Chesney, a State Senator from Illinois, has expressed concerns regarding the influence of teachers unions on state education policy.

Awake Illinois announced on X that Facebook removed a post featuring a snapshot from the book “Gender Queer,” citing violations of child exploitation policies, and temporarily restricted the group’s account.

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, addressed the issue of student proficiency among Hispanic learners in West Chicago, pledging to prioritize basic skills across the state.

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, said restoring literacy and numeracy is a top priority and highlighted proficiency lags in Quincy during a meet and greet event in Macomb.

Zoe Leigh, founder of Chicago Flips Red, has criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, stating that his allies acknowledge political fallout and prioritize ideology over accountability, which she says harms…

Ted Dabrowski announced in a public statement that he visited Palatine to call for greater accountability from officials over low academic performance in Community Consolidated School District 15 and rising…

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, has expressed concerns over the number of young Black men in Chicago who are out of school and unemployed.

Calvin Lindstrom, Pastor for the Church of Christian Liberty, said that rallies and bipartisan backing played a role in halting a bill affecting homeschool families.

Shannon McClurg, a community petition organizer in Effingham, Illinois, announced that a petition has successfully exceeded the required signature threshold to oppose a bond measure.

Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, said on X that students are leaving Illinois for out-of-state colleges amid declining enrollment, attributing the trend to Governor JB Pritzker’s mandates and lockdowns.

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, announced that his latest documentary will focus on the significance of school choice and detail how Illinois Governor JB Pritzker allegedly…

Illinois House Republicans have expressed their opposition to the State Board of Education’s recent decision to lower student proficiency standards.

Illinois State Representative Adam Niemerg has voiced concerns over a new law mandating mental health screenings in public schools, arguing it undermines parental authority.

Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, said that public schools should prioritize academic performance over administering mental health programs.

Awake Illinois has announced the release of a new school mental health screening opt-out form for parents, according to a post on X. According to Awake Illinois, the introduction of…

Dan Proft, host of the radio show “Chicago’s Morning Answer,” has expressed concerns over schools implementing mandatory student mental health screenings.

Illinois House Republicans have reaffirmed their opposition to a proposed amendment to the Homeschool Act, which advanced on a partisan vote.

College tuition fees rose 2.5% in Illinois in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

In the Center for Education Reform’s 2024 Parent Power Index, Illinois secured the forty-forth position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 59.8%.

In a world overwhelmed by information, news plays a vital role in shaping public opinion and influencing society. The Justin Beaton teacher case is a glaring example of how accurate…