Education
We need to invest in our public schools, students, teachers, and volunteers to ensure that any child from Central and Northwestern Illinois can make the world’s next great discovery, regardless of their ZIP code.
That includes offering more Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education so students have the tools to better understand the world around them.
Because the early years of development are so critical, I believe investing in high-quality child care is essential for setting our kids up for success and supporting our economy in the long-term.
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ROCKFORD, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen is announcing nearly $8.6 million for the City of Rockford to administer early childhood education to families in Northern Illinois.
"Making sure our kids have access to the classroom is a critical step to putting our children on the road to success,” said Sorensen. “I’m proud to see our tax dollars coming back to my hometown of Rockford to support working families in Northern Illinois and contribute to our region’s growth.”
ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is announcing over $12 million in federal grant funding for Head Start education programs in Western Illinois.
"Making sure our kids have access to the classroom is a critical step to putting our children on the road to success,” said Sorensen. “I’m proud to see our tax dollars coming back to
Western Illinois to support working families in the region and contribute to the growth of our communities.”
A federal contribution to a new STEM/Science Lab Building at Illinois State University could come with the help of U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen.
Sorensen has requested funding for 15 projects in his district, including $15 million for the ISU building.
“We have such a special way of life here in Central and northwestern Illinois,” said Sorensen, a Democrat who represents the 17th Congressional District. “And if we want to make our region sustainable for future generations, we need to make investments now that will support our region’s growth.”
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) led a bipartisan group of 24 of his colleagues in calling for funding the Rural Education Achievement Program (REAP), which invests in rural schools.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), along with Congressman Zach Nunn (IA-03), introduced bipartisan legislation to bolster safety at schools within our communities. The Safe Schools and Communities Act will provide competitive grants to public schools to prevent human trafficking, improve drug abuse awareness, reduce gang activity, and end violence within our communities.
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, takes a tour of the Wallace School Head Start program Wednesday, March 27, in Sterling in order to advocate for the early childhood education program.
Congressman and meteorologist Eric Sorensen reads a book chosen by the preschool class Wednesday, March 27, 2024 to students in the Head Start program at Wallace School in Sterling. Sorensen toured the school to ask how he can help strengthen the early childhood education program.
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is launching his second annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Illinois’ 17thCongressional District. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
PEORIA, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are announcing $388,359 for the Tri-County Special Education Association to expand telehealth access to students in rural school districts across Central Illinois.
PEORIA, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are announcing $602,799 for the Regional Office of Education (ROE) #26 to expand distance learning opportunities to students in rural communities.