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Chicago School Board Election 2026: District 10a Race
The article presents a voter guide for the 2026 Chicago school board election in District 10a on the South Side. It outlines candidates competing for the seat and provides information for voters.…
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2026 Chicago School Board Election: District 10b Race
The article is a voter guide for the 2026 Chicago school board election in District 10b on the South Side. It outlines the candidates competing for the local board seat. The piece…
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Parents Should Not Feel Guilty Choosing Good Schools
The opinion article addresses parental decisions to select alternative K-12 schools. It examines common societal pressures against leaving assigned public schools. The piece focuses on the rationale for prioritizing effective educational options.…
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GAO: Facility Problems Caused 3.5M Lost School Days
A Government Accountability Office report states that facility problems in K-12 schools led to 3.5 million lost school days. The findings focus on infrastructure and maintenance issues affecting school operations. Data covers…
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Trump Title IX Funding Cuts Face Court Challenges
The article examines ongoing court cases challenging the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal funding under Title IX for K-12 schools. It reviews the legal arguments and current status of enforcement actions…
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Federal Funding Gaps Challenge School Meal Programs
Superintendents report that insufficient federal funding is hindering school meal programs. They cite rising costs and reduced support as key barriers to sustaining meal services. The situation affects districts’ ability to provide…
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Houston ISD Loses 21,000 Students After State Takeover
Houston Independent School District reported a loss of 21,000 students following a state takeover of the district. The enrollment decline occurred amid changes in district governance and operations. No additional details on…
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Newark Universal Enrollment: Lessons for Philadelphia
The article examines Newark’s universal enrollment system for assigning students to schools. It considers whether this approach could address challenges with selective admissions processes in Philadelphia. The discussion centers on enrollment policy…
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NYC May Drop Regents Exams for High School Graduation
New York City is considering allowing high school students to graduate based solely on passing grades rather than requiring passage of Regents exams. The proposal is part of ongoing reviews of graduation…
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Chicago Board Candidate Faces Scrutiny Over 2018 Firing
Jessica Biggs, a Chicago school board member, is facing scrutiny over her 2018 firing while running for board president. The issue has surfaced in the race for leadership of the Chicago Public…
