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Podcast: The future of math: Inside Illinois’ new statewide numeracy plan (with Phi Nguyen and Erica Mason)
New report urges Illinois lawmakers to close persistent gaps in mathematics achievement, assist student outcomes
June Illinois Flash Index rose slightly for the second straight month
New research grants set to guide policy on artificial intelligence, literacy, intimate partner violence, Illinois sales tax, sexual and gender minority youth, and childhood vaccines
Podcast: What happens when fluoridated water goes away? (with Dr. Helen Lee)
Report highlights oral health risks of removing fluoride from drinking water, urges stronger dental infrastructure and planning
May Illinois Flash Index increased slightly after declining for four straight months
Q&A with Rachel Schachter on her latest grants addressing Illinois’ literacy crisis
Podcast: The collateral consequences of school discipline records in Illinois (with Eve Rips)
Report highlights long-term barriers posed by persistence of K-12 school disciplinary records in college admissions, professional licensing decisions
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