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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

According to the party, 45% of parents nationwide expect to take on debt to pay for back-to-school purchases this year. The release also cites rising prices for breakfast foods and notes that gasoline in Illinois continues to average more than $4.33 per gallon. #school #taxrelief #democrats

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

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

State officials say the results reflect ongoing efforts to expand vaccine access and provide consistent, science-based guidance to families. #vaccinations #schools

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

Jackson praised Biggs’ leadership and commitment to equity. “She is the leader who can bring us together,” Jackson said, citing Biggs’ work in education and community advocacy. #cps #campaign

“You can buy Meta-glasses and look at somebody speaking a different language and it instantly translates it into your ear,” he said. #laungage #schools #lawmakers

Under the proposal, districts would be required to develop policies with input from parents, teachers and school staff, with student involvement encouraged. #phones #highschool #legislation

District officials said the events are part of a broader, year-long effort to uplift Black history and contributions throughout CPS schools. #blackhistorymonth #cps