A report card from school can have a big impact on how a parent feels about how they are doing as a parent. Talking it through with a partner is the best way to clear your emotions before you speak ...

More than two-thirds of suburban high school juniors scored above 50% proficiency in English language arts and nearly half scored above 50% proficiency in mathematics on the ACT college entrance ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is a major piece of the U.S. social safety net used by nearly 42 ...

Two years ago School District leaders took action to address chronic absenteeism in its students. Now, a recently-released annual report from the state shows those figures continuing to move in the ...

As SNAP benefits hang in the balance, schools, PTAs, and groups supporting students are rallying to make sure families stay ...

Designing an effective assessment requires first deconstructing the standards into clear criteria of success that students ...

One of the most significant increases in Rockford’s statistics is the percentage of students finishing high school. Still, ...

Splitero reports leveraging home equity can build wealth through debt reduction, investments, or funding renovations, aiding ...

The year-long debate over who will pay for the pensions of non-teaching Chicago Public Schools employees ended after a tense, hours-long meeting where the Chicago Board of Education voted to agree ...

Negotiate with your lender. If you have private student loans, you may be able to negotiate a lower interest rate with your ...

Illinois’ high school graduation rate has hit a 15-year high, as students continue to show academic growth post-pandemic, ...