You're invited to the Back 2 School Family Fun and Wellness Fair that we are hosting this Saturday, August 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Avalon Park. That’s located 1215 East 83rd Street here in Chicago.
I will also be joined by State Representative Nick Smith of the 34th House District and Cook County Commissioner Stanley Moore.
There will be a school supply giveaway, free food and free health screenings. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information call my office at (773) 933-7715.
I hope to see you and the whole crew at the fair!
SPRINGFIELD—A plan to require Illinois history to be taught in schools was signed into law Friday.
State Senator Elgie R. Sims Jr., a Democrat from Chicago, sponsored the bill that would create a requirement that Illinois history be taught in public schools.
“Teaching our future leaders their state’s history is a major step toward a better Illinois,” Sims said. “It is important that our students learn how our state got to this point, so they can get a deeper understanding of society and, hopefully, join the process of improving Illinois.”
Currently, there is not a specific requirement that Illinois history be taught as part of the U.S. history requirement in K-12 schools. The law does require the course to include a comprehensive idea of our democratic form of government, the role and contributions of African Americans, Hispanics and other ethnic groups, and the role of labor unions.
“Illinois government has a considerable effect on young people’s lives, especially when it comes to their education,” Sims said. “As state leaders, it’s important that we make it a priority to educate students about how the legislative process works and our great state’s history.”
Senate Bill 1601 requires schools to start teaching Illinois history during the 2020-2021 school year.
Chicago Business Affairs Consumer Protection is hosting the Side Hustle Success Workshop on Wednesday, September 6 from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St. 11th Floor, Room 1103, Chicago. You will hear from entrepreneurs who have turned their passion into a profit. This workshop is targeted at entrepreneurs looking to establish a business within the creative or arts sector. Our panelists will share their strategies on how they moved from side hustle to success.
Space is limited. Please reserve your attendance by calling 312.744.2086 or email
More information here.
Learn more and register at: https://spcdmconstructioncareer.eventbrite.com
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