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Halpin announces over $300,000 coming to area for in adult volunteer literacy and library grants

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Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, October 01, 2024 10:52 AM
  • Grant Program
  • Grants
  • In the District
  • Literacy

literacygrantROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin recently announced over $300,000 is coming to the area to enhance adult volunteer literacy and library programs.

“Our libraries and their programs underpin a community where everyone has access to resources to bolster their education,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With this funding, our neighbors will be able to continue their efforts in improving their reading, writing, math and English literacy skills.”

The grants were awarded by Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias, who has awarded nearly $22 million for library services and $6 million for literacy programs throughout the state.

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Halpin applauds funding for educational career grants

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Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:26 PM
  • Grants
  • Education

Happy male teacher giving high-five to his black elementary student on a class in the classroom.

ROCK ISLAND – In an effort to address the ongoing teacher shortage, State Senator Mike Halpin joined the Illinois State Board of Education in announcing $7.4 million in grants to help prepare high school students for careers in education.

“Children deserve to learn in schools that have adequate resources to bolster their education,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With this funding, we are not only enriching the lives of current students, but expanding opportunities for all youth.”

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Halpin announces over $8.8 million coming to local school districts thanks to evidence-based funding

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Tuesday, August 20, 2024 03:24 PM

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ROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin announced that area school districts will receive over $8.8 million thanks to the evidence-based funding formula.

“Each school has diverse needs to best assist students with the proper support and resources,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With the evidence-based funding formula, our students, teachers and districts will see the benefits of investing into their future and meeting these diverse needs.”

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Rock Island County to see over $500,000 for workforce training thanks to Halpin

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Category: Press Releases
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 09:05 AM
  • Job Training and Economic Development Program

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ROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin announced Wednesday that Rock Island County will receive $562,325 through the Job Training and Economic Development Program.

“Continuing to support those who are seeking employment is important,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “The Job Training and Economic Development program will provide essential resources to our residents who have been struggling with employment opportunities.”

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Rock Island Office:
County Office Building
1504 3rd Ave., 2nd Floor
Rock Island, IL 61201
(309) 558-3612
(309) 297-4483 (Text)

Galesburg Office:
117 E. Main St.
Suite 103
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section C, Office J
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-4307

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