U-46 school district

Dozens of soap dispensers in suburban schools needed replacing after what district officials say was a TikTok-inspired challenge that resulted in more than $1,000 in damages.

School District U-46 officials released a reopening plan Monday night with aims to begin instruction later and online. In a letter to students, families and staff, Superintendent Tony Sanders provided their recommended reopening plan based on the results of a recent survey from school families and staff. Beginning Aug. 24, students will begin school online until Oct. 9. Small rounds…