Dabrowski said Illinois’ 8th grade students outperforming national averages in both reading and math on “the nation’s report card” is not the metric to be looking at. #reportcard
While academic achievement remains our top priority, we recognize that standardized test scores provide only a snapshot of our broader mission. #reportcard
The formula takes into account a district’s total enrollment, poverty rate and number of special education or English language learners, among other factors. #schoolfunding
The advocacy group ACT Now Illinois, a coalition of after-school service providers, estimates that 12,000 students will lose access to programs as a result while roughly 550 after-school staff members will lose their jobs. #afterschoolprograms