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Illinois public schools will soon bypass utility red tape to install solar panels, cutting energy costs and speeding up clean energy projects. New legislation promises 30-day reviews instead of months-long waits.
Illinois just made it faster and cheaper for public schools to install solar panels. The new law cuts wait times and gives districts clear cost information upfront.
Hamilton County High School will celebrate cancer survivors with a special lap of honor during their Friday basketball game. The Blackout Cancer Game kicks off the 2026 Relay for Life season with a powerful tribute to those who've fought the disease.
After a pandemic pause, Lansing School District 158 brought back its beloved Family Learning Celebration, showcasing student talents and reconnecting families with their community. More than 1,000 students displayed creative projects ranging from axolotl life cycles to Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Two small-town Illinois baseball teams are heading to a sectional championship showdown after dramatic semifinal victories. Both squads are proving that heart and experience can fuel unlikely playoff runs. #
When an EF-3 tornado devastated Kankakee County, Grace Christian Academy transformed into a bustling supply center where hundreds of volunteers are helping neighbors rebuild their lives. The community response has been so overwhelming that school secretary Lauri DeYoung says "it's amazing to be able to help."
Plainfield High School and Plainfield Academy for the Arts just earned a global honor held by only 1,100 schools worldwide. Students are now using technology to create podcasts, compose music, and solve real-world problems in ways that prepare them for tomorrow's challenges.
A California middle school has been officially recognized as one of the state's top educational institutions for 2026. Castaic Middle School earned the prestigious California Distinguished School award for its exceptional student achievement and campus-wide excellence.
A high school athlete just broke a track record that stood for over three decades. Thor Springman's incredible performance is earning him recognition as athlete of the month.
A Southern Illinois program is giving low-income students up to $5,000 for college or trade school, with double the funding of previous years. Applications are open through May 7th for seven counties.
Unity High School's girls track team achieved something rare by qualifying all four relay teams for the state championship. The Illinois squad will compete in the 400m, 800m, 1,600m, and 3,200m relays at the Class 2A state meet.
Danyella Mporokoso just became Waubonsie Valley High School's all-time leading scorer and Illinois' 13th best ever, dropping 31 points in a regional championship win. The Warriors clinched their fifth straight regional title while their star senior made history.
Westerfield College just became the first fully African-owned school to open a campus in the United Kingdom. Back home in Lagos, the governor announced 36 new schools coming soon to expand educational access for every child.
Young athletes from Hi-Line High School broke three school records at a single track meet Tuesday, with performances that rewrote their school's record books. The breakthrough day showcased years of training paying off for the small-school competitors.
When the federal government ended its 43-year Blue Ribbon Schools program, Minnesota refused to let eight exceptional schools go unrecognized. The state created its own awards to celebrate schools excelling in student achievement and closing gaps between student groups.
More than 407,000 Florida students are thriving in charter schools that just earned some of the state's highest academic marks. The latest results show charter schools outpacing traditional public schools, with 61% earning an "A" grade compared to 48% statewide.
Three schools in California's Tahoe Truckee Unified School District just earned the state's highest honors for academic excellence and innovative student support. One school's wolf documentary even scored an invitation to an international film festival.
Two high school students turned their class projects into state law, requiring climate change education for all Illinois high schoolers starting in 2026. Their success shows young people can drive real policy change when adults listen.
A college senior who arrived in Illinois at 12 speaking no English just won a teaching scholarship to help other students find their voice. Valeria Rios will bring her journey full circle as a future middle school language arts teacher.
A high school track star shattered two school records at a single meet, proving that small schools can produce extraordinary talent. Lexie Dinkel's performance earned her athlete of the week honors and inspired her entire community.
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