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Most afterschool programs offer STEM learning, but rural students lack access
By Charlie Lee
College applicants are ruling out schools over state politics
Lila Rodriguez
Lila Rodriguez
Senior Reporter · Mount Zion, IL
Lila graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in Education Policy. Having spent the last 15 years reporting for local publications including NPR Illinois, she specializes in covering the ever-evolving landscape of Decatur's school system. Lila is passionate about highlighting student voices and educational reform.
More from Lila →Senior Reporter · Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 1:30 PM · 1 min read
One-third of college applicants rule out schools because of partisan politics in their states, a new industry poll finds.
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