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CPS Superintendent and CEO Dr. Macquline King said the district is prepared to welcome students and staff back for another year of learning. #cps #schools #families

In a statement released Thursday, Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson said the board's decision departed from sound budgeting principles by relying on speculative revenue to balance the district's finances. #cps #budget #chicago

Senate Bill 2918 updates the structure of existing parent-teacher advisory committees by clarifying their membership and establishing a more transparent process for selecting educators to serve on them. #williepreston #senatebill #teachers

In a statement provided to The Center Square, Putnam County Community Unit School District #535 said it became aware of a comment reportedly made by a district paraprofessional on social media and was reviewing the matter. #centersquare #socialmedia #trump

“These recognitions are powerful evidence of the momentum building across Chicago Public Schools,” said CPS CEO and Superintendent Dr. Macquline King. “Our schools are rebounding and redefining what is possible for student success.” #magnetschools #cps #academicexcellence

The donation will support two major programs: a new $634,000 investment in the district’s All-City Performing Arts initiative and a renewed $1.1 million commitment to the Lollapalooza Arts Education Fund. #lollapalooza #cps #arts

Organizers say the reopening symbolizes a renewed focus on transparency, rebuilding public trust and investing in educational opportunities for Dolton families. #dolton #ribboncutting #school

Party leaders highlighted the significance of the achievement as Illinois Democrats recognize the contributions and growing influence of AANHPI communities across the state. #dpi #democratic

The inquiry, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday, will also “assess” whether the 35 school districts around the state, plus Chicago’s largest charter school network, allow transgender students to use single-sex bathrooms or participate in competitive sports. #doj #schools #gender

A panel discussion featuring leaders in the quantum sector also gave students exposure to professionals working in the rapidly evolving field. #graduation #students #university