29
Apr
2015
HILLSDALE, Ill. - To continue his mission to keep constituents informed and fight for high-quality schools in the community, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, is hosting a Community Education Forum on Monday, May 4, at Moline High School, 3600 Avenue of the Cities in Moline from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
"Education is critical to the success of our young people, and improving the resources and assistance for local school districts is one of my main priorities in Springfield," Smiddy said. "This event is designed to get parents, educators and administrators involved in the conversation about the direction of our schools."
Smiddy is hosting the event in partnership with the Regional Office of Education and several local superintendents. The program will feature a short update about current educational events in the Capitol from Smiddy, a short discussion of the local education environment from Tammy Muerhoff from the Regional Office of Education, and an open conversation with administrators, hosts and attendees.
"I'm looking forward to the opportunity to inform parents and educators about the education climate in Illinois, and the chance to hear their suggestions for how we can make our education system as strong as possible," Smiddy said. "Staying in close contact with local leaders, teachers, and parents on the educational issues that affect our classrooms and students is the best way for me to be an effective advocate in Springfield."
The forum is free and open to the public. For questions, please contact Smiddy's full time constituent service office at 309-848-9098.
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