Join Advance Illinois as we celebrate 15 years of advocacy for a healthier and more equitable public education system for all Illinois students.

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15 Years of Advancing Illinois Public Education Together

It was a special treat to take some time to celebrate all we’ve accomplished in partnership over the past 15 years on November 1, 2023. Thank you to all who joined Advance Illinois for its 15th Anniversary. Our work would simply not be possible without your partnership.  

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Stories of Impact

Hear from fellow advocates, partners, founders and staff as they share their stories through blogs and videos, highlighting Advance’s work, partnerships and collaborations, and advocacy in the last 15 years.

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Why I Work at Advance Illinois

“Since its inception 15 years ago, Advance Illinois has provided stakeholders with unbiased data on our state education system and helped people from all parts of the system and state engage in the policy-making and legislative process.”

Hear from Jim O’Connor, Project Director at Advance Illinois, about what drew him to the organization more than 13 years ago and what motivates his continued commitment to the work for a healthier and more equitable public education system for all Illinois students.

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CLICK HERE FOR Dr. DIANE RUTLEDGE Ed|Lead RIOE #17
CLICK HERE FOR Dr. Mark Klaisner West40 ISC #2
Click here for Maurine Magliocco Faith Coalition's Education Task Force
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Celebrate 15 years of impact by supporting the next 15 years and beyond for Advance Illinois. Your gift helps Advance Illinois continue to work towards equitable policies and funding through a data, community driven, student-centered approach. The future of Illinois depends on a healthier public education system that puts our students first.  

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