The new program will include admission for transfer students between City Colleges and UIC, seamless credit transfer, academic support and enhanced student resources, officials said Tuesday.
Category: Education
CPS chief Pedro Martinez nominated for Massachusetts’ top education post
Outgoing Chicago Public Schools chief Pedro Martinez was tapped to become the next commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, board members voted Tuesday.
Grant Town Expand Institute Launches AI Workshops to Empower Businesses
The Grant Town Expand Institute has announced the commencement of its new series of Artificial Intelligence (AI) workshops designed to equip businesses with practical AI applications.
Partisan school board bill undergoes changes in conference committee
The partisan school board bill will likely undergo some changes, but language allowing candidates to declare a political party will remain in the bill, following a Monday conference committee hearing on the bill.
Education Department to refer student loans in default to debt collection
Currently, roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans.
Local schools rocked by tax relief law
Some local schools could see crippling job losses and service disruptions as a result of a sweeping GOP tax reform bill that reduces residential property taxes at the expense of Indiana school districts.
Courage Under Fire Gala to Gather National Leaders for an Unforgettable Night of Faith and Conviction in Nashville, May 23
At a time when cultural values are being challenged, the Courage Under Fire Gala seeks to equip individuals to stand firm in their beliefs and lead with integrity. The event will highlight the importance of faith-driven leadership and the role of education in shaping future generations.
Chesterton High School’s radio station kicks off annual radiothon with music and donor shout-outs
Chesterton High School radio station WDSO is holding its annual radiothon to raise supplemental funds for expenses.
Wisconsin governor can lock in 400-year school funding increase using a veto, court says
The Wisconsin governor’s creative use of his uniquely powerful veto to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years may be “attention grabbing,” but it was constitutional, the state Supreme Court ruled Friday.
Four Triton College grads lauded on Alumni Wall of Fame
Nicholas Steker, Michele Fiore, Madonna Fantetti Slepicka and Albin Lechowski received the recognition for making significant impacts.