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Providing each child with great educators, healthy learning conditions, and equitable opportunities.

10/30/2026

Your last chance to submit FY 2028 budget requests is Nov. 5. Take advantage of this opportunity to tell ISBE what investments would make a difference for students next fiscal year. Your insights will inform the Board’s advocacy for equitable funding for all students in FY 2028 and provide the basis for ISBE’s budget recommendation to Governor JB Pritzker and the General Assembly in January 2027. Learn more, submit your budget request, or register to speak at our last hearing at https://okt.to/ATXye0.

10/30/2026

Make an impact where it matters most. Join a team dedicated to supporting schools and helping students succeed. Explore our open positions and help make a difference for students across Illinois.

▶️ Chief Internal Audit Officer
▶️ IEP Technical Assistance
▶️ Network Administrator

We offer meaningful work, professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply at https://okt.to/EjkgsH.

10/30/2026

The 2026 Illinois Report Card shows statewide proficiency increased across all three tested subjects, student groups, and grade levels. Learn more about these academic gains at https://okt.to/a4go8Q.

10/30/2026

More Illinois students are earning a diploma and preparing for success after high school. The state's four-year graduation rate reached 89.8% in 2026, marking a record high and continuing a long-term trend of improvement.

Progress was observed across multiple student groups, with English learners posting some of the largest gains. Strong improvements were also observed among Black students, Hispanic students, and students identifying with two or more races.

Learn more: https://okt.to/mW3CRJ

10/30/2026

The 2026 Illinois Report Card is now available!

This annual report shows how the state, and each school and district, are progressing on a wide range of educational goals. The Report Card offers a complete picture of student and school performance in order to inform and empower families and communities as they support their local schools.

"The 2026 Illinois Report Card shows that Illinois students are making meaningful progress across the measures that matter most," said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders. "We're seeing more students meeting grade-level expectations, graduating from high school on time, attending school consistently, and taking advantage of opportunities that prepare them for college and careers. These results reflect the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities across Illinois, as well as our continued commitment to investing in public education and evidence-based practices that help students succeed."

Learn more and find your school:
https://okt.to/Z8ozc2

10/30/2026

ISBE has released a companion resource to support the implementation of the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan. It's an Overview Webinar. This resource is designed to provide additional context and assist districts and schools in planning for local implementation. You can find it at https://okt.to/dL6GMI. And as always, you can visit the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan webpage at https://okt.to/RQmEzN to view other resources and access office hours. Sign up to receive Numeracy Plan updates at https://okt.to/Bw8Mm4.

10/29/2026

Thank you for what you do, Angelo Georgacopoulos! Congratulations on being named the 2026 Illinois High School Counselor of the Year!

Illinois School Counselor Association
Naperville Community Unit School District 203

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For nearly 15 years, Counselor Angelo Georgacopoulos has dedicated his career to helping students within the walls of Naperville North High School.

10/29/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sandra Jansen for being named the 2027 Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom Teacher of the Year! And Deborah Ford, the runner-up.

Jansen will be recognized at the Illinois Farm Bureau annual meeting in Chicago and will receive a trip to the 2027 National Agriculture in the Classroom conference in Oklahoma. She will also be the Illinois nominee for the USDA National Excellence in Teaching Agriculture Award.

Breese Elementary District #12
Stark County Elementary School

https://okt.to/2jMKSP

The 2027 Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year shares a passion for agriculture with her students.

10/29/2026

📝 ISBE will release the 2026 Illinois Report Card tomorrow Oct. 30 at 9 a.m.

Is your school/district ready? Visit the Illinois Report Card webpage for key resources, communications materials, FAQs, and guidance to help you prepare for the release and answer questions from families, educators, and community members. https://okt.to/YNI8t6

10/29/2026

ISBE invites teachers, school leaders, and district administrators to complete the Illinois English Language Arts and Mathematics Curriculum Survey. Your feedback will help inform future supports aligned to the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan. Learn more and take the survey on ISBE's Standards and Instruction webpage, https://okt.to/br8sSv, by Nov. 30.

Address

100 N. 1st Street
Springfield, IL
62777

Telephone

+12177824321

Website

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