Further evidence as to why Governor JB Pritzker's Commission on Equitable Early Childhood Education and Care Funding is so important. Our second Commission hearing is tomorrow. stateofchildcare.org

If you're a current teacher who's looking to learn about policy and advocate on behalf of IL students, here's your chance. Our Illinois Teaching Policy Fellowship is now open: bit.ly/2Ob03c4

Just heard of a funder who told their grantees they may cut down on funding because COVID19 has negatively affected the market, and thus their endowment. Disappointing. Funders, when nonprofits and communities are in crisis, this is a time to give MORE, not less.

Without mental health services, this 2020 Illinois State Teacher of the Year finalist probably would have left the field. That's why @mrsleban is calling for more access, de-stigmatization, and time for care built in for teachers. @teachplusIL buff.ly/2TWODLh

Michael Thomas, Patrick Mahomes, OBJ and other stars unite for a message to the NFL (via Michael Thomas, Saquon Barkley) x.com/BleacherReport…

The polls may show Joe Biden in the lead now, but don't get complacent for one second. We need to keep fighting until every last vote is counted in November.

Great opportunity for all teachers!

Congratulations to our President and CEO, @RRodriguezTPlus on his nomination for Asst. Sec. of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development. It is a privilege to work with him and I'm thrilled for his leadership in the Dept. of Education. Teach Plus

Hello! If you know any equity-focused IL teachers who are interested in helping shape the policies that govern education, our policy fellowship application closes this Sunday at midnight! Go here to learn more: lnkd.in/eN_EF9U

Illinois students and teachers experience racist acts every day. I'm working to end racial harassment, and I hope you'll join me. Visit RacismFreeSchools.org to learn about our proposal and how you can help! #RacismFreeSchools

A year ago my girlfriend and I adopted this puppy, named him David Rose, and dressed him of course in a black and white sweater. He is “Simply the Best”—and so is she! ⁦@danjlevy⁩ got a quick question for you.

Racial harassment affects every part of our community. Teachers across Illinois are advocating to make a change in our schools. Be a part of this change: racismfreeschools.org/join #RacismFreeSchools

Really happy to announce a new initiative to support educators of color in IL

Thrilled to see Lindsey Jensen drop some great wisdom at Illinois’ first in-person Educators Rising conference, working to solve the teacher shortage! @ILTOY2018 Teach Plus IL Illinois State Board of Education

Read Teach Plus IL Alum Gina Caneva's latest op-ed on advocating for trauma training to teachers in order to better cope with students' trauma when they need it the most. @GinaCaneva Teach Plus chicago.suntimes.com/2022/3/13/2297…

Pass increased MTI funding, Illinois!

Ripples! “I wanted to be that person for somebody else” Teach Plus IL alum and current Teachers Supporting Teachers coach Domonique Briggs, speaking at the #ILgrowsummit, talking about her experience feeling support by our own Kristen Ciciora!

Teach Plus IL is hiring a leadership coach to support teachers exploring becoming administrators. The ideal candidate will be a teacher who has experience as a coach or an AP. GREAT working environment and are eager to hear from you. teachplus.org/job/education-…

"I wasn’t sure what to do. I just went home crying.” Marwa Elmasry, Illinois State Board of Education Bilingual Teacher of the Year, shares how she's working to create #RacismFreeSchools in this front-page story from the Daily Southtown chicagotribune.com/suburbs/daily-…

Thrilled to see Kim Radostits, Kim Radostits, NBCT , speak at the #ILEducatorDiversitySummit today about how to improve teacher diversity. Teach Plus IL Teach Plus