Advance Illinois
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An independent, objective voice to promote public education in Illinois that prepares all students to be ready for work, college and democratic citizenship.
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Advance Illinois
@advanceillinois.org
· Mar 27
1/3: In 2008, Advance Illinois was established to push for meaningful change so every child in Illinois has access to a high-quality education, no matter their background or zip code.
Join us as we introduce our new EAC cohort. Get to know Juletta Ellis as she discusses the power of education and her hope for every student having access to post high school success. hubs.la/Q040QGf40
#educators #illinois #EACmembers
#educators #illinois #EACmembers
January 29, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Join us as we introduce our new EAC cohort. Get to know Juletta Ellis as she discusses the power of education and her hope for every student having access to post high school success. hubs.la/Q040QGf40
#educators #illinois #EACmembers
#educators #illinois #EACmembers
MCATs fund essentials—transportation, special ed, meals. The basics. When those fall short, students pay the price.
@govpritzker.illinois.gov, let’s fund MCATs. #FundTheFormula
@govpritzker.illinois.gov, let’s fund MCATs. #FundTheFormula
January 29, 2026 at 3:40 PM
MCATs fund essentials—transportation, special ed, meals. The basics. When those fall short, students pay the price.
@govpritzker.illinois.gov, let’s fund MCATs. #FundTheFormula
@govpritzker.illinois.gov, let’s fund MCATs. #FundTheFormula
Today, MAP covers under 50% of tuition and fees. #MAPmatters for low-income and first-gen students who deserve more. @govpritzker.illinois.gov, without an added $71M in FY27, MAP can’t keep up with rising demand and tuition costs.
January 29, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Today, MAP covers under 50% of tuition and fees. #MAPmatters for low-income and first-gen students who deserve more. @govpritzker.illinois.gov, without an added $71M in FY27, MAP can’t keep up with rising demand and tuition costs.
1/2 As decades of state disinvestment continue to strain Illinois’ public universities, Megan Fox, a senior at Eastern Illinois University, shares what underfunding looks like on campus, with classmates wondering if they’ll return next semester, uncertainty around loans, and more: hubs.la/Q040zNq40
January 27, 2026 at 9:50 PM
1/2 As decades of state disinvestment continue to strain Illinois’ public universities, Megan Fox, a senior at Eastern Illinois University, shares what underfunding looks like on campus, with classmates wondering if they’ll return next semester, uncertainty around loans, and more: hubs.la/Q040zNq40
School funding decisions impact school communities every day. As federal uncertainty grows, Illinois public schools need stable funding . Share your perspective and help show what’s at stake across our state. hubs.ly/Q040kXZs0 #educationfunding #Illinois #K12 #schools
January 27, 2026 at 8:20 PM
School funding decisions impact school communities every day. As federal uncertainty grows, Illinois public schools need stable funding . Share your perspective and help show what’s at stake across our state. hubs.ly/Q040kXZs0 #educationfunding #Illinois #K12 #schools
Students bear a heavy burden. @govpritzker.illinois.gov without an adequate, equitable investment in higher ed, Illinois is pricing out its students. Support #SB13/HB1581 and show Illinois students what’s possible with accessible higher ed #TransformILHigherEd
January 27, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Students bear a heavy burden. @govpritzker.illinois.gov without an adequate, equitable investment in higher ed, Illinois is pricing out its students. Support #SB13/HB1581 and show Illinois students what’s possible with accessible higher ed #TransformILHigherEd
What $350M covered in 2017 now costs $470M today. Inflation hits classrooms, too. Our schools can’t do more with less, Illinois must invest $550M for schools this year.
@govpritzker.illinois.gov #FundTheFormula
@govpritzker.illinois.gov #FundTheFormula
January 27, 2026 at 8:18 PM
What $350M covered in 2017 now costs $470M today. Inflation hits classrooms, too. Our schools can’t do more with less, Illinois must invest $550M for schools this year.
@govpritzker.illinois.gov #FundTheFormula
@govpritzker.illinois.gov #FundTheFormula
As we wrap up our hashtag#SWI2025 blog series and bring in the new year, Bloomington High School teacher Brandon Thornton shows how connection, culture, and belonging can bring joy back to the classroom. hubs.la/Q03-ZbQf0
#excellenteducators #belonging #swi2025
#excellenteducators #belonging #swi2025
January 15, 2026 at 3:34 PM
As we wrap up our hashtag#SWI2025 blog series and bring in the new year, Bloomington High School teacher Brandon Thornton shows how connection, culture, and belonging can bring joy back to the classroom. hubs.la/Q03-ZbQf0
#excellenteducators #belonging #swi2025
#excellenteducators #belonging #swi2025
Read our full statement on the Illinois State Board of Education's FY27 Budget Recommendations. bit.ly/3YHCEDb #Illinois #education #twill
January 14, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Read our full statement on the Illinois State Board of Education's FY27 Budget Recommendations. bit.ly/3YHCEDb #Illinois #education #twill
The most powerful education hashtag#stories of impact come from the people living them. We’re highlighting how changes to federal education policies are affecting:
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03Zy32h0 #Illinois #Education
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03Zy32h0 #Illinois #Education
January 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM
The most powerful education hashtag#stories of impact come from the people living them. We’re highlighting how changes to federal education policies are affecting:
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03Zy32h0 #Illinois #Education
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03Zy32h0 #Illinois #Education
1/2 As 2025 comes to a close, we are reflecting on Illinois’ legislative progress for children & families amid federal actions that are impacting the public education landscape.
December 18, 2025 at 8:48 PM
1/2 As 2025 comes to a close, we are reflecting on Illinois’ legislative progress for children & families amid federal actions that are impacting the public education landscape.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with leaders shaping education and workforce pathways across Illinois on Feb. 26. Early Bird pricing: $66 through Dec. 31. Visit hubs.la/Q03Wtw3l0 to learn more and register.
December 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Don’t miss this chance to connect with leaders shaping education and workforce pathways across Illinois on Feb. 26. Early Bird pricing: $66 through Dec. 31. Visit hubs.la/Q03Wtw3l0 to learn more and register.
In our latest blog, Senior Policy Advisor Kate Buchanan discusses findings from the most recent KIDS report and what the data tell us about where support is most needed to ensure all Illinois' young children are school ready. hubs.la/Q03YxgN50 #kindergarten #education #ECE #Illinois
December 17, 2025 at 9:39 PM
In our latest blog, Senior Policy Advisor Kate Buchanan discusses findings from the most recent KIDS report and what the data tell us about where support is most needed to ensure all Illinois' young children are school ready. hubs.la/Q03YxgN50 #kindergarten #education #ECE #Illinois
ICYMI: In our latest blog, experts discuss how data and targeted programming can help strengthen student mental health supports. Read more: hubs.la/Q03Xy5jY0
#swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
#swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
December 17, 2025 at 2:59 PM
ICYMI: In our latest blog, experts discuss how data and targeted programming can help strengthen student mental health supports. Read more: hubs.la/Q03Xy5jY0
#swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
#swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
The most powerful education #stories of impact come from the people living them. We’re highlighting how changes to federal education policies are affecting:
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03QBCc50 #Illinois #Education
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03QBCc50 #Illinois #Education
December 8, 2025 at 9:29 PM
The most powerful education #stories of impact come from the people living them. We’re highlighting how changes to federal education policies are affecting:
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03QBCc50 #Illinois #Education
🎓 Students
👩🏫 Educators
🏠 Families
📊 Leaders & Researchers
Share your experiences here: hubs.la/Q03QBCc50 #Illinois #Education
Trauma changes how students experience school. When survival takes priority, learning suffers. In a new blog, experts discuss the critical role data & programming can play in supporting student mental health. Read today: hubs.la/Q03WHSS20 #swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
December 3, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Trauma changes how students experience school. When survival takes priority, learning suffers. In a new blog, experts discuss the critical role data & programming can play in supporting student mental health. Read today: hubs.la/Q03WHSS20 #swi2025 #studentmentalhealth #data
Don’t miss this chance to connect with leaders shaping education and workforce pathways across Illinois on Feb. 26. Early Bird pricing: $66 through Dec. 31. Visit hubs.la/Q03Wtw3l0 to learn more and register.
December 2, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Don’t miss this chance to connect with leaders shaping education and workforce pathways across Illinois on Feb. 26. Early Bird pricing: $66 through Dec. 31. Visit hubs.la/Q03Wtw3l0 to learn more and register.
Education policy & funding changes at the federal level ripple into classrooms, homes, & communities. We’re amplifying the voices of those experiencing these shifts firsthand because they deserve to be heard, seen, & understood. Share your story with us: hubs.la/Q03RGS0-0 #stories #impact #Illinois
December 1, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Education policy & funding changes at the federal level ripple into classrooms, homes, & communities. We’re amplifying the voices of those experiencing these shifts firsthand because they deserve to be heard, seen, & understood. Share your story with us: hubs.la/Q03RGS0-0 #stories #impact #Illinois
ICYMI: Rising child care costs are putting more pressure on Illinois families. Hear from two early childhood educators about what this means for caregivers, children, and the classrooms they serve. Read more hubs.la/Q03VJPPQ0 #ChildCareCrisis #affordability #swi2025
December 1, 2025 at 3:21 PM
ICYMI: Rising child care costs are putting more pressure on Illinois families. Hear from two early childhood educators about what this means for caregivers, children, and the classrooms they serve. Read more hubs.la/Q03VJPPQ0 #ChildCareCrisis #affordability #swi2025
Register for the 2026 Success Network Conference: Stronger Together: Creating Opportunity for Every Learner. Join a diverse group of stakeholders committed to enhancing equitable postsecondary attainment across Illinois. Visit hubs.la/Q03T-JgX0 to learn more.
November 24, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Register for the 2026 Success Network Conference: Stronger Together: Creating Opportunity for Every Learner. Join a diverse group of stakeholders committed to enhancing equitable postsecondary attainment across Illinois. Visit hubs.la/Q03T-JgX0 to learn more.
Students, families, educators, and community leaders are living through the impact of changes to federal education policies and spending— and their voices and experiences should be heard. Share your story: hubs.la/Q03VDQfd0 #Education #Illinois #stories #storiesofimpact
November 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Students, families, educators, and community leaders are living through the impact of changes to federal education policies and spending— and their voices and experiences should be heard. Share your story: hubs.la/Q03VDQfd0 #Education #Illinois #stories #storiesofimpact
Illinois families are feeling the squeeze as child care costs rise. Two early childhood educators discuss the impact of this on caregivers, children, and the work they do. Read more: hubs.la/Q03V0RvJ0 #ChildCareCrisis #affordability #swi2025
November 19, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Illinois families are feeling the squeeze as child care costs rise. Two early childhood educators discuss the impact of this on caregivers, children, and the work they do. Read more: hubs.la/Q03V0RvJ0 #ChildCareCrisis #affordability #swi2025
ICYMI: Our latest State We’re In report shows that associate degree graduation rates in IL have nearly doubled since 2003. Efforts like JJC's 12x12x12 initiative, built around expanding dual credit opportunities, highlight what’s supporting that progress. hubs.la/Q03SWGdx0 #SWI2025 #dualcredit
November 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
ICYMI: Our latest State We’re In report shows that associate degree graduation rates in IL have nearly doubled since 2003. Efforts like JJC's 12x12x12 initiative, built around expanding dual credit opportunities, highlight what’s supporting that progress. hubs.la/Q03SWGdx0 #SWI2025 #dualcredit
1/4 Last week, Advance Illinois joined community partners in Peoria and East Moline for presentations and discussions on The State We’re In 2025, exploring Illinois’ education progress across the full birth-to-postsecondary continuum and examining region-specific data.
November 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
1/4 Last week, Advance Illinois joined community partners in Peoria and East Moline for presentations and discussions on The State We’re In 2025, exploring Illinois’ education progress across the full birth-to-postsecondary continuum and examining region-specific data.
Join us and The Southern Illinois University Carbondale
staff, faculty & students on Tuesday, Dec. 2, for a rich presentation and conversation on the Adequate and Equitable Funding Formula!
Find more details and register at ow.ly/Lac150Xrfbr
staff, faculty & students on Tuesday, Dec. 2, for a rich presentation and conversation on the Adequate and Equitable Funding Formula!
Find more details and register at ow.ly/Lac150Xrfbr
November 18, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Join us and The Southern Illinois University Carbondale
staff, faculty & students on Tuesday, Dec. 2, for a rich presentation and conversation on the Adequate and Equitable Funding Formula!
Find more details and register at ow.ly/Lac150Xrfbr
staff, faculty & students on Tuesday, Dec. 2, for a rich presentation and conversation on the Adequate and Equitable Funding Formula!
Find more details and register at ow.ly/Lac150Xrfbr