Illinois' four-year graduation rate reached 89.8% in 2026, surpassing the state's 88.9% federal accountability target four years early, according to the state education board.
Illinois honored 16 public and eight nonpublic schools for high academic achievement or progress in closing achievement gaps. Pritzker and state education officials recognized them in Elmwood Park.
The Illinois State Board of Education administers a federally funded program that reimburses participating care providers for children’s meals and snacks that meet federal nutrition standards.
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