WAUKEGAN – To keep students engaged with books throughout the summer months, State Senator Adriane Johnson is launching a Summer Reading Club for children and young people who live in the 30th State Senate District.
“Reading during the summer is a fantastic way to keep children’s minds active during the break from class,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “This program will help our youth make a habit of reading, find joy in books and prepare for upcoming classwork.”
The Summer Book Club requires students to read eight books of their choice during the summer break, record the names of the books on a form and return the form to Senator Johnson’s office by Aug. 2. All students who complete the Summer Book Club will receive a certificate and be invited to a pizza party.
SPRINGFIELD – Schools fees will be waived for low-income students with veteran or active military parents under a new law championed by State Senator Adriane Johnson.
“Veterans and active military members endure many hardships, and families with young children are finding it difficult to keep up with school fees,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “By offering support to our heroes and their families, we can assist them through difficult financial times.”
Johnson’s law allows school boards to waive fees for students with a parent who is a veteran or an active member of the military with an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, which is an estimated $55,500 for an average family of four.
WAUKEGAN – State Senator Adriane Johnson was appointed to serve on the Military Economic Development Committee by Senate President Don Harmon on Tuesday.
“To protect residents and working families, military operations in Illinois must be sound,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “Improving the business climate, ensuring bases are fully equipped and offering assistance to service members and their families will create a strong military presence throughout the state.”
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