Education

Chicago Public Schools to Close Two ASPIRA Charter High Schools

The district cites financial insolvency as the reason for the unprecedented mid-year shutdowns.

Illinois Residents Concerned About School Funding, Teacher Pay, and ICE Presence

Survey finds majority support more education funding and oppose ICE activity near schools

Parents and Students Rally at Holy Name Cathedral to Oppose St. Hubert Catholic School Closure

Community members gathered to urge Cardinal Blase Cupich to reconsider the decision to shut down the school in Hoffman Estates.

2 Aspira Charter Schools in Chicago to Close by April

Financial issues force early shutdown, disrupting students' education plans

CPS to Transfer Students from ASPIRA Charter Network Amid Financial Woes

The network faces a $4.8 million deficit and may be unable to meet payroll through the end of the year.

Illinois Schools Implement Cell Phone Limits as Pritzker Proposes Statewide Ban

Some districts have already adopted "bell to bell no cell" policies, finding a middle ground between complete bans and unfettered access.

Poll: Most Illinois Voters Support Opting Into Federal Scholarship Program

But it's up to Gov. J.B. Pritzker to decide if Illinois will participate in the federal tax credit program.

Elizabeth Leishman: Empowered to Teach, Inspired to Make a Difference

Scholarship recipient prepares to begin teaching career, thanks to financial support

Chicago Offers 100% Tuition Scholarship for Early Childhood Education Professionals

The Chicago Early Learning Workforce Scholarship aims to expand access to early learning programs by supporting career development for current and aspiring ECE workers.

Loyola University Chicago Celebrates 150+ Years of Jesuit Education

Nationally recognized university prepares students to lead with purpose and serve the greater good.

Paladin and PLI Partner to Boost Experiential Learning for Law Students

Collaboration aims to scale pro bono service and skills training through integrated platform

University of Chicago cuts ties with Ph.D. program for students of color

31 universities nationwide end partnerships with The Ph.D. Project amid federal investigation