Our Stories

Our Stories

New Illinois State Superintendent

Jan 31, 2023 0 2 min read
New Illinois State Superintendent
Congratulations to Dr. Tony Sanders on his appointment to the role of State Superintendent!

They’re Counting on Us

Jan 27, 2023 0 1 min read
two elementary school students reading
“Don’t tell me what you value. Show me your budget, and I’ll tell you what you value.”

Illinois Needs a Path to Adequate School Funding

Jan 15, 2023 0 2 min read
Illinois Needs a Path to Adequate School Funding
Let’s stand up for Illinois children and support the school funding they need to get the education they deserve.

Priority Issues for Springfield

Jan 11, 2023 0 1 min read
elementary schoolers siting on a rug in a classroom
Let’s congratulate our elected leaders on their inauguration and urge them to focus on issues that will make a positive difference for Illinois children and their families!

Before We Start the Countdown

Dec 31, 2022 0 1 min read
Before We Start the Countdown
We achieved so much this year thanks to generous supporters just like you who bolstered our efforts to increase investments in the classroom and develop programs to spread kindness in schools across the state.

There’s Still Time…

Dec 29, 2022 0 1 min read
There’s Still Time…
The clock is ticking down, but there’s still time to invest in the important work of Stand parents and educators.