Here in Winnebago County, our public schools are at the heart of every community, opening their doors to all kids to educate our next generation of residents.
Unfortunately, 99% of those students are in school districts that, according to Illinois’ own formula for school funding, do not have the dollars they need to educate their student population.
Although Illinois has made some progress towards full state funding for all districts, a new threat to our public school system looms on the horizon…