A mother and daughter, they both teach kindergarten at the same school. They come from a long line of teachers in their family. And this year, the next generation is putting on her backpack to share those same halls as she goes into kindergarten herself.
Also on the show, it's the beginning of the school year for college kids too. And almost half of Illinois students leave the state for college. The competition from out-of-state schools to attract Illinois students is fierce. But despite recent trends and budget shortfalls, Illinois universities and colleges hope they can start to win them back.
Have a topic or story you think should be covered on the show? Send them in to teacherslounge@niu.edu. While you're there, nominate an educator who you think should be on the show or tell us a story about a teacher who inspired you. And if you are a teacher who should be on the show, let us know!
SHOW NOTES
Educator(s) in this episode:
Mary Hartshorn
Heidi Milner
Listen/read more about the topics covered:
When Illinois Students Leave The State For College, Who Reaps The Rewards?
Illinois Reinforces Prison Voting Rights, Expands Inmate Education
Pritzker Signs Plan To Raise Minimum Teacher Salary To 40K
Report: Illinois Has The Eighth Best Early Childhood System
People Interviewed For This Episode:
Quinton Clay, Northern Illinois University Director Of Admissions
Ashley Hanson, Assistant Vice President of Admissions at Carthage
Matt Pitstick, University of Alabama Student
Music:
Our show's theme music is from the northern Illinois-based band "Kindoves" and their songs "Popin," "Origins" and "Quiche." You can find more of their music on their Soundcloud page. You can also listen to the episode of WNIJ's own "Sessions from Studio A" where they were featured.
Teachers! People who know teachers! People with stories about teachers! Send us an email and be part of the show! Also, send us your topic recommendations:
teacherslounge@niu.edu