In 2018 a new state law mandated planning for vacant and under enrolled schools. Through practical workshops guided by national experts and local practitioners, your school community will learn best practices for:
• the joint use of buildings.
• proposing new attendance boundaries.
• developing new programs to recruit students.
• potential school mergers.

Join us to learn more about best practices in planning for school facilities and programming from Mary Filardo, Executive Director of the 21st Century School Fund.

This is a 1 1/2 day event. Come whenever you can. Childcare, translation, and food will be provided during both days. There is on street parking as well as a parking lot. Beidler ES is accessible via the Green Line.

Friday, July 12th: 9am to 4pm, Breakfast and Lunch provided

Saturday, July 13th: 9am to 12pm, Breakfast and Lunch provided

Hosted by Blocks Together and Raise Your Hand for Illinois Public Education.

***If you need childcare, please include the number of children in your ticket number.***

FAQs

Will there be childcare?

Yes. Please include the number of children attending with you in your ticket number. If possible, please email jennie@ilraiseyourhand.org to inform her that you are attending and that you need childcare.

Will translation be available?

Spanish translation will be available.

Will food be provided?

We will provide breakfast and lunch on both days. Please email jennie@ilraiseyourhand.org with dietary restrictions.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

CTA: Green Line. There is on street parking & a parking lot.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please email jennie@ilraiseyourhand.org

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No.