To continue bringing state assistance and informational resources to residents throughout the 21st District, we are offering residents the opportunity to meet with my office's constituent services team during our Mobile Office Hours event. On Saturday, October 19, from 10 - 11:30 a.m., my office and I will be available to assist participants with state issues, provide informational resources, receive community feedback, as well as begin taking donations for our upcoming Love Purse Drive. See the flyer above for the event's location and details on how to reach us for more information. I look forward to hearing from you all!
As we begin the fall season, I encourage you to participate in my Love Purse drive alongside fellow DuPage County legislators. Those interested in participating should donate new purses and unused toiletries such as feminine hygiene products, deodorant, soap, lotion, socks, face masks, compact mirrors, floss, lip balm and nail files, along with other items. Review the flyer above for guidance on drop-off centers and suggested toiletries to include with your donation.
NAPERVILLE – State Senator Laura Ellman announced that eight school districts across the 21st District will receive over $915,000 in additional funding to help alleviate financial challenges.
“Evidence-based funding gives schools the resources and financial backing they need,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “These investments are critical in ensuring local schools meet their children’s educational needs.”
The funding comes from the 2017 Illinois Senate Democrat-backed evidence-based funding formula – an overhaul of the way the state funds K-12 education. The law made school funding more equitable by calculating the needs of individual school districts and basing its state revenue on those needs. The formula takes into account a district’s total enrollment, poverty rate and number of special education or English language learners, among other factors.
Read more: Ellman announces local schools will receive over $915,000 in evidence-based funding
This October 2024, I will be leading tours to participating students to meet special guests and discuss their work in a STEAM-related field. Participation is free and open to students ages 11 to 14! For more information, please contact our office at
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