Mar. 3, 2026
Lake Zurich School District Hires New Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Tasia Fields to replace retiring administrator Angela Stallion, bringing experience from Waukegan Public Schools
Feb. 27, 2026
Chicago Public Schools to Close Two ASPIRA Charter High Schools
The district cites financial insolvency as the reason for the unprecedented mid-year shutdowns.
Feb. 26, 2026
Loves Park Holds Emergency Preparedness Workshop
Police and fire departments host event to help residents prepare for spring storms and medical emergencies.
Feb. 25, 2026
Northbrook School District Welcomes New Westmoor Principal
Mitch Dubinsky, an experienced educator, will take over as Westmoor School principal on July 1.
Feb. 25, 2026
Staunton School Board Covers Calendar, Construction, and Personnel
The board recognized student achievements, approved a new school calendar, and made several personnel decisions.
Feb. 24, 2026
Illinois Residents Concerned About School Funding, Teacher Pay, and ICE Presence
Survey finds majority support more education funding and oppose ICE activity near schools
Feb. 24, 2026
Indian Prairie School District Faces Slight Budget Deficit for 2026
District cites rising costs, state funding challenges, and facilities overhaul as factors in projected shortfall
Feb. 24, 2026
Williamsburg Elementary Gets New Principal
Elisabeth Stoffers to succeed retiring Julie Dye
Feb. 24, 2026
Rochester Schools Approve $2.2M in Cuts, Plan to Close Grade School
22 positions and one elementary school will be eliminated as district faces budget shortfall
Feb. 24, 2026
Lyons Township High School Ends Year With $3.1M Surplus
School had initially projected a potential $2.9M deficit due to high health insurance costs.
Feb. 24, 2026
Galesburg Board of Education approves $1.8M in baseball and softball field upgrades
The upgrades will include a new press box, concession stand, ticket counter, and bleachers.
Feb. 23, 2026
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.
Feb. 23, 2026
Galesburg District 205 Approves $1.8M Bednar Complex Upgrades
New concessions, restrooms, and bleachers coming to baseball and softball fields
Feb. 21, 2026
Duneland School Board Promotes Assistant Superintendent to Top Job
Robert McDermott to take over as superintendent after current leader departs in June
Feb. 19, 2026
Illinois School Districts Struggle With Inadequate Funding
Belleville and East St. Louis districts face challenges due to state and federal budget cuts
Feb. 14, 2026
Collinsville Educator Leah Davis Wins Illinois State Education Award
Dorris Intermediate School Assistant Principal recognized for leadership and student support
Feb. 12, 2026
Flossmoor District 161 Superintendent to Step Down After 9 Years
Dana Smith accepts new superintendent role in Palatine, Illinois
Feb. 10, 2026
Galesburg Schools Announce February 2026 Personnel Changes
New hires, transfers, and long-term subs approved by District 205 Board of Education
Feb. 10, 2026
Urbana Names New Public Works Director
Vince Gustafson appointed after serving as interim since June
Feb. 9, 2026
Veteran Educator from Honduras Named Next Champaign Unit 4 Superintendent
Geovanny Ponce to take over district under three-year contract starting July 1.
