Kings
Kings, IL · Education
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Do not pass the school district referendum
After the largest referendum in history just last year, the Whitewater School District is, unsurprisingly, begging for more money again. And take their word for it: it’s not their fault. For UW-W students, this is particularly concerning because property tax increases go straight into rent increases. By any metric,...
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Preschool families in Freeport face new bus and school schedules
Freeport families with preschool students who ride district buses will see changes to transportation schedules and Early Childhood Center hours beginning Oct. 26. The adjustments are being made as preschool and elementary bus routes are combined, according to a community announcement. The route consolidation will result in new pickup and drop-off times for preschool riders, with updated schedules to be provided to families before the changes take effect. Parents and guardians are asked to have children ready at least five minutes before their scheduled pickup time. Preschool students will continue to receive curb-to-curb transportation service. Early Childhood Center schedule changes The revised Early Childhood Center schedule will be: Full-day program: 8:35 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Morning session: 8:35 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. Afternoon session: 12:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Bus drop-off times are scheduled for: 8:25 a.m. 12:35 p.m. Families with questions about transportation can contact the Transportation Department at 815-232-0580. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Journal Standard: Preschool families in Freeport face new bus
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Rockford East bows out of playoffs with loss at Central H.S. in Burlington
he East E-Rabs were one of the many teams in Illinois that benefited from the expanded playoff field this year getting in with a 2-7 regular season record. However, the E-Rabs got a quick exit when they lost Friday night 41-10 to Central High School of Burlington.
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Hundreds Turn Out for Kinnikinnick's First-Ever STEAM Night
Long before the doors officially opened Thursday evening, families lined up outside Roscoe Middle School ready to experience the Kinnikinnick School District's first-ever STEAM Night. By the time the event was underway, hundreds of students and parents had filled the building, creating an atmosphere that was equal parts community celebration and hands-on learning.
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LaMoille School District Offers More Information Ahead Of Deactivation Vote
You'd be hard pressed to claim that you don't have a lot of available information when voting on the possible deactivation of LaMoille High School. The administration has put out a new 4-page handout as part of a community update on the referendum question. The newest information goes over the background of the high school, enrollment trends, course offerings, and tax rates. You can access the handout by clicking LaMoille Deactivation Information.
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Band of brothers fills the field
Sterling High School Football has been on a roll throughout the 2026-2027 season. Although a lot of fans have seen the success of the program, fans may not notice how many sibling duos there are on the varsity football team, as well as in the football program in general. You...
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September Students of the Month
Sterling High School seniors are given the opportunity to apply for the highest honor known at S.H.S., Student of the Month (SotM). SotM awards two individuals each month for their accomplishments, leadership, and hard work displayed at S.H.S. This September, the award went to seniors Sophie Potthoff and Owen Ports.
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Downtown Rockford Daycare Opens With Scratch-Cooked Meals, $385 Infant Tuition
A new preschool and day care founded by an Illinois Army National Guard veteran has opened in downtown Rockford, with a ribbon-cutting scheduled for Tuesday at 323 N. Second St. Rivers Christian Academy has quietly been enrolling children for about five weeks, and its founder says the goal is simple: affordable, high-quality care for infants through age 5.
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Mendota High And Elementary School Districts Not Planning To Combine Into One
It appears for now at least, elementary and high school districts in Mendota will continue to operate separately. In September, the board of directors for both the Mendota Elementary School District and the Mendota High School District joined in a subcommittee meeting to re-look into combining to form one school district in the city. At Monday's board meeting, the high school district stated at this time, they will not pursue a formal feasibility study to go further into joining the elementary district. The districts will remain apart, while continuing collaboration efforts and seeking cost-savings measures for both parties.
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary ranked 3rd best in Illinois for second year
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Sandwich 430 seeks tax increase for school safety improvements
The Sandwich 430 School District is asking voters to approve a tax rate increase to help pay for state-mandated health, life and safety improvements at its schools. Superintendent Ryan Janisch says the district could pay for the work by taking out a loan, but that would mean paying more in interest and fees. The other option is raising the tax rate, which requires voter approval.
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New preschool and daycare opens in downtown Rockford
ROCKFORD — A new preschool and day care has opened in downtown with a goal to provide young learners an early start on education. Rivers Christian Academy will officially cut the ribbon Tuesday at 323 N. Second St., which is adjacent to the Rockford Social Security Office and across the street from Haight Park.
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Newman High School Students Donate Food to St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
Newman Central Catholic High School students recently donated food to the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry following a successful food drive. The students have consistently supported efforts to feed the hungry in the community over the past several years. Representatives of St. Vincent de Paul expressed their gratitude for the students’ continued generosity and the food delivered to the pantry.