The 2011 Illinois Kids Count data book, published by Voices for Illinois Children, looks at the many factors that prepare children to have the greatest opportunities for learning in school. By the end of third grade, children should be ready to make the shift from “learning to read” to “reading to learn” — a critical building block for continued success. […]
If the federal role in public education is on your interest radar – now is the time to join one or both of the study committees! LWVEA will be joining with the League of Central Kane County to complete this timely and critical consensus process. The Education Study scope focuses on public education from preK through grade 12, with a focus on (sub-committee 1) Common Core Standards, and (sub-committee 2) Funding and Equity Issues. While the complete timeline and committee meeting […]