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College football needs a second playoff. Yes, schools are considering it
By Tom Patel
This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can.
Tom Patel
Tom Patel
Reporter · Bloomington, IL
With a background in educational policy and a degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Tom has spent the last 6 years covering the Bloomington school district for various outlets. He is passionate about education and has won awards for his investigative pieces on local school funding and reforms.
More from Tom →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM · 1 min read
The 74 reports Providence Superintendent Javier Montañez, who struggled to read as a child, is dedicated to enhancing literacy for all students in his district.
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Local news from Bloomington Current
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Schools
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Friday, November 13, 2026
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