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The company plans to convert the site into The Nest School–Vernon Hills, with construction scheduled to begin this month and the school expected to open in spring 2026. #construction

Students in the program benefit from guaranteed transfer pathways, including the Engineering Access Alliance, which offers enhanced admissions to the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. #engineering

The Board voted to pass Interim CEO Kenneth King’s $2025–26 budget, which the watchdog group described as “structurally imperfect” but prudent in avoiding classroom cuts, risky revenue assumptions, and short-term borrowing. #budget

The proposed budget, scheduled for a Board of Education vote Thursday, comes after months of hearings and surveys that gathered input from families, staff, and community members. #budget

The inaugural Back to School Huddle & Chalk Walk, part of the district’s Families Matter series, invited parents and guardians to walk their children to school and leave inspirational chalk messages outside school entrances. #chalkwalk

The celebration will feature backpacks, dental hygiene kits, and a giveaway of 5,000 culturally relevant books. #school

“We believe that supporting the mental health and well-being of our students and employees is essential to their success. #mentalhealth

“This legislation ensures that families know what services are available to them as they help their child navigate the educational space,” said Preston (D-Chicago). #disabilites

SkillsUSA Illinois’ Board of Directors leadership said Ryan’s transition to the Interim Executive Director role gives needed assurance the organization will lead a successful upcoming school year for SkillsUSA Illinois chapters across the state serving 16,000 students. #interim

This program allows individuals to receive a 100% federal income tax credit for donations to Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs). #schools