Governor suspends classroom learning for this academic term

Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced on Friday, April  17, that in-person learning in schools will not resume during the 2019-20 school year, with remote learning days to continue for all pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students.
 
“Our decisions must follow the science and the science says our students can’t go back to their normal routine this school year,” Pritzker said. “Over the last month, Illinois’ schools have stepped up and faced the many challenges of COVID-19 with generosity, creativity and a resolute focus on caring for students . . .