New Horizons for Align Peoria by Thomas Bruch, Peoria Public Schools A number of successful pilot programs have Peoria Public Schools students poised for further success.
Girls Light Our Way by Brandi Simpson This local organization is making a difference in Peoria… one girl at a time.
Forging Ahead at Bradley by Mary Brolly and Bob Grimson, Bradley University Bradley continues its focus on student success, with numerous initiatives getting underway in the coming months.
The Smart Choice in Education by Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Illinois Central College Attending a community college makes sense for a wide range of reasons.
Celebrating 25 Years of Lifelong Learning by Janet Lange, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Bradley University Now in its silver anniversary year, OLLI has yet to run out of ideas.
Growing Little Brains by Beth Crider, Peoria County Regional Superintendent By reading to children 20 minutes a day, the impact will last a lifetime.
Building a Region of STEM Educators by Kathie Brown, University of Illinois Extension Developing STEM skills in today’s students is essential to solving the challenges of tomorrow.
Fostering Volunteerism Among Young People by Scott Paulsen, Illinois Central College Our challenge is to show both students and employers the importance of community service and provide meaningful opportunities for participation.
