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Illinois schools chief discusses strategy to boost math scores
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Board of Education recently ... it came to math was that Illinois adopted new learning standards for math back in 2010. It's been almost 15 years.
In wake of pandemic, Illinois school officials push reforms to testing, accountability
They say that in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the entire landscape of public education has been dramatically ...
Illinois school report cards show graduation and literacy rates at record highs, but math woes prompt state plan
The Illinois State Board of Education’s annual release ... while only 28% met or exceeded math standards. For high school ...
School officials say grading systems need fresh overhaul
SPRINGFIELD – Education officials from five statewide organizations are pushing for fundamental changes in the way student ...
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Vision 2030: Concerns Over How Students are Tested
In a report entitled Vision 20-30, the officials say the state should adopt new tests that measure both how well students are doing now and how much they grow academically over time. The report comes ...