Memorial Day seems like a strange time to pass important legislation. Unless you’re in Illinois. After much debate and opposition from the minority party, the Illinois House passed Senate Bill 1307 calling for compulsory attendance age to be reduced to 6 years of age. … Continue reading
So is Senator K Lightford and her SB 1307. One lesson I’ve had to learn again and again in Illinois is logic and accountability are low on many legislators’ list. That’s why our governors are usually highlighted on comedy shows … Continue reading
Former teacher and brand new Representative Scherer found a powerful foe against her bill lowering compulsory attendance age to 6 years of age. It was called “grassroots” and the only objective sought in opposing this bill was family well-being and … Continue reading
The rat race of preschool applications to get the “best school” must be nothing short of exhausting. Observing a two year old’s parents resorting to résumés and other slick tricks portraying their little ones as evolving Einsteins stresses me out. The absurdity of … Continue reading