Metcalf School

Students in Metcalf School's makerspace class created blueprints for the playground last spring. It replaces a playground that was condemned last year.

The Illinois State University College of Education this week borrowed from the world of college athletics to celebrate freshman education majors as they take on a nationwide teaching shortage.

Lab Schools director Anthony Jones says said one way to boost diversity is better communication with potential students during the application period early in the year.

The Illinois State University Lab Schools are following Unit 5 and District 87 in telling parents and families the fall term will start with online…