ROCKFORD, Ill. – As Teacher Appreciation Week is recognized, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is highlighting a recent effort to increase the base minimum salary for teachers in Illinois to $40,000 per year.“Teachers have a tremendous impact on the direction...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, stood with Illinois’ teachers by supporting legislation that raises their salary to a livable standard and addressing the state’s concerning teacher shortage.“Teachers should be treated and compensated fairly...