The U.S. Department of Education demanded states certify that they are not promoting “illegal DEI” programs. The Illinois schools chief challenged the department to define which programs are illegal.

The Trump administration closed 5 out of 10 Head Start regional offices, including one in Chicago. A group of U.S. senators from the Midwest want to know what’s next for child care providers and families.

Illinois teachers unions want the state to fix tiered pension benefits this legislative session. What would a change mean?

Illinois says the federal government’s plan to rescind $77 million in COVID relief funds will impact programs in 27 school districts statewide.

Advocates say waivers have gotten broader and, in some cases, parents sign away their rights for years. A new bill aims to fix the problem.

The Afterschool for Children and Teens Now coalition went to Springfield on Wednesday to request funding for after-school programs and to advocate for bills that would create an advisory group.

The complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights against the Illinois State Board of Education and Chicago Public Schools alleges the state and district are violating Title IX rules by extending discrimination to include gender identity.

Artificial intelligence is becoming more a part of our daily lives. Educators and lawmakers want the state to come up with guidance to ensure that AI-powered tools are safe for students.

The funding cancellation for the Illinois program is part of nationwide cuts to USDA programs that help schools feed children.

Two surveys from the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Association of Regional Superintendent of Schools found that schools around the state are starting to see more teachers entering the classroom.