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10/24/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/24/2025 08:30

Educational Standards Should Be Raised for Illinois Students, Not Lowered

Educational Standards Should Be Raised for Illinois Students, Not Lowered

October 24, 2025

While other states are working hard to address the national epidemic of poor reading and math efficiency, Illinois continues to lag behind and hide from the educational deficiencies facing our children.

A prime example came earlier this year, when the Illinois State Board of Education chose to lower the bar for Illinois students rather than helping them excel in core subjects. Learn more here: Virginia raises bar for students while Illinois hides struggles

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