Every kid in Illinois—regardless of where they live—deserves a fair shot in life, but only 28% of 4-year-olds are enrolled in public preschool. That's why we urge you, Sen. Kirk, to expand affordable early learning opportunities by co-sponsoring the Strong Start for America's Children Act.
Why is this important?
A fair shot in life starts with a high quality education. But too many kids in Illinois enter their kindergarten classroom less prepared than their peers. Education in the first five years of life helps kids enter school ready to learn and succeed. The Strong Start for America's Children Act increases access to quality, public preschool for 4-year olds and is a major step toward giving every child a fair chance to succeed.
