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With rising operational costs, looming deficits, the potential loss of critical federal funds, the need for consistent and increased state support has never been more urgent. #education

“It is impossible in this city for transformational change if we do not lead and guide. If you want a 360-degree transformation, you need all the people who can enable this change. #ctu

'The Board’s ultimate goal is to develop the highest quality educational system possible for all CPS students, so we rely on our honorary student board member to help us do that through direct engagement and by elevating the voices of our students from across the District.” #students

Welch’s non-profit organization, Excellence in Bleu, made a $50,000 donation to support the ILBCF Scholarship in November. #scholarships

As a result of this project, students will receive scholarships to help fund their post-secondary education at a school of their choice. #scholarships

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

Providing the City Council with oversight of appointments to the Chicago Board of Education is not only good government, but it’s also becoming increasingly necessary for our students’ future. #cps

Student results on the 2024 Illinois Assessment of Readiness test compared to 2019 mark both a recovery from the learning disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and real reading and math growth from before the public health crisis that began in 2020. #learning

Under the current proposal, faculty are anticipated to receive an average salary increase of approximately 13% by mid-2025, implemented in two increments in January and August 2025. #strike

“The first day of school is a wonderful time for students to reconnect with teachers and friends and explore the possibilities of the year ahead,” said Board President Shi. #school