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My Journal Courier

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Community Champions: Winchester teachers honored for initiatives to help students in and out of class

Two Winchester teachers have been named the Journal-Courier's Community Champions for October for their initiatives to help students.

Winchester, IL · 1d

The Journal Standard

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Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

State Sen. Andrew Chesney will bring high school students from across Illinois' 45th District together in Freeport for a Youth Advisory Council meeting Nov. 9. The session will run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Highland Community College, according to a community announcement. Students who are sophomores, juniors and seniors will discuss public policy, learn about state government and meet elected officials and community leaders. The council also gives students an opportunity to share issues important to their generation, according to the announcement. Where the Youth Advisory Council will meet The meeting will be held at Highland Community College Conference Center, H-201 Newell Room, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL 61032. Members of the media may attend, with video and photo opportunities available. The council is made up of high school students from across the 45th District. 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: Illinois students to join Youth Advisory Council

Freeport, IL · 2d

The Telegraph

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Private vs. public school question getting closer look from IHSA

The IHSA is reviewing proposals that could separate private and public schools in playoffs starting in 2027-28.

Illinois · 1d

fox32chicago.com

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Illinois school budget blunders and corruption raise questions about taxpayer oversight

From a $27 million budgeting error in Evanston-Skokie schools to federal fraud charges against a former Aurora school board president, Illinois Policy Institute's Bryce Hill discusses government accountability, corruption and what parents can do to keep tabs on their school district's finances.

Illinois · 2d
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Water bottle strikes high school soccer official after upset win, sparking IHSA probe

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced on Tuesday, Nov. 3, that it is investigating "disturbing actions" directed toward an official on Friday, Oct. 30. The incident followed an IHSA Boys Soccer State Series contest at Glenbard South High School (Glen Ellyn, IL). According to the Daily Herald, official Hanah...

Glen Ellyn, IL · 1d

Seattle ON Tap

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Nazareth Academy's Cash Coleman Snagged a Touchdown That Tells You Everything About These Playoffs

Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) The 2026 Illinois High School Association football playoffs are heating up, and we’re already deep into the second round. Teams are laying it all on the line as they […]

Illinois · 1d

taylorvilledailynews.com

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IHSA Announces 24 Proposed Constitution and By-law Changes

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) has received 24 proposals that could amend its Constitution and By-laws during the 2026-27 legislative cycle. The proposals were submitted by principals and official representatives of IHSA member schools. The IHSA Legislative Commission’s initial review was scheduled for Monday, November 2. The proposals...

Illinois · 1d

The Center Square

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CPS, schools statewide want more taxpayer funds from legislature

(The Center Square) – Despite the state’s increased funding to public school districts in the budget, school districts want state lawmakers to find more taxpayer money to fund their operations. The Illinois House Appropriations committee on Elementary & Secondary Education on Thursday had a hearing on the future...

Chicago, IL · 1d

taylorvilledailynews.com

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Taylorville Marching Band Finishes Season With 3 Competition Wins

The Taylorville High School (THS) Tornado Marching Band finished its competition season with 3 wins and 14 first-place awards, earning every award it was eligible to receive at each event, according to the Taylorville Community Unit School District 3 Music Department. The band closed its season on Saturday, October 31,...

Taylorville, IL · 1d

High School On SI

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Illinois High School Football Schedule, Scores & Live Updates (IHSA) — November 6-7

Get IHSA live updates and final scores as the 2026 Illinois high school football season continues November 6-7

Illinois · 2d

WCIA

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Scores: IHSA football playoffs (11/07/26)

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) – Saturday, Oct. 7, saw the third week of playoffs for high school football in Illinois play out and several teams in the WCIA 3 viewing area advance to the quarterfinals. Saturday’s winners are just three wins away from a state title. Check out Central Illinois scores below. This story will be […]

Illinois · 14h

Fox News

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Illinois teachers union boss Stacy Davis Gates gets major pay bump as state reading scores lag

The Illinois Federation of Teachers approved a nearly 39% pay raise for its president Stacy Davis Gates as state reading and math proficiency scores lag.

Illinois · 4d

newschannel20.com

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Athens football coach Ryan Knox steps down from coaching after 18 seasons

Athens high school football coach Ryan Knox is stepping away from coaching the program after 18 seasons. Knox confirmed that he is stepping away from the sidelines, but will remain in education. Coach Knox took over for Joey Dion in 2008. The program won just one game in the previous...

Athens, IL · 1d

High School On SI

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From Club Team to State Champions: Kaelie Tomalak Leads St. Charles North to Perfect 26-0 Season

A club team to state champions St. Charles North girls flag football has come a long way in a short amount of time. Three years after the program began as a clu

St Charles, IL · 1d

ilikeillinois.com

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Illinois community colleges see highest career and technical education enrollment growth in nine years

Enrollment in career and technical education programs at Illinois community colleges is up nearly 6% this fall, reaching its highest level in nine years as more students turn to career-focused training and education. CTE enrollment has increased every year since fall 2022, growing 26.1% over that period. The programs now...

Illinois · 2d

KFVS12

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Giant City School earns Illinois’ highest school rating

Jackson County, IL · 1d

USA TODAY

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Illinois high school football playoffs: Dates, brackets, schedule

Illinois' 2026 high school football postseason has already delivered a ton of excitement. Playoff action in the Prairie State kicked off two weeks ago, and last week provided an all-time classic first-round matchup. In a wild game that included a fourth-quarter venue change in Chicago, No. 9 Quincy Senior High School knocked off No. 8 Sarah E. Goode STEM Academy 88-84 on Friday, Oct. 30. The game was a record-setter in total points in IHSA history. While a high-scoring affair like last week's is not likely, moving into Round 2 should provide some closer matchups as the playoffs heat up. Here's what you need to know about the Illinois football playoffs, including when it starts and how to watch: Watch Illinois high school football playoffs live on NFHS Network When do Illinois high school football playoffs start? The 2026 Illinois high school football playoffs kicked off on Oct. 23-24 with the Opening Round. First-round action was played last week, on Oct. 30-31. How to watch Illinois high school football playoff games Illinois high school football playoff games can be streamed on the NFHS Network . Which Illinois high school football teams are ranked nationally? East St. Louis is the only

Illinois · 2d

KWQC

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Students raise record 1M+ meals in 40th Student Hunger Drive; match pushes total to 2.8M

Iowa · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Expanded IHSA football playoffs could be one-and-done

The newly expanded playoff field in high school football in Illinois could well be one-and-done. That is one of several potential changes that could be put up for a vote before IHSA member schools.

Illinois · 4d

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Southern Illinois schools earn Exemplary ratings on 2026 Illinois Report Card

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KBSI) — Several Southern Illinois schools have earned the state’s highest overall designation on the 2026 Illinois Report Card. Carterville High School, Tri-C Elementary School, Giant City School and Vienna High School were among the schools receiving an Exemplary designation. The report cards, released Oct. 30,...

Illinois · 3d