The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is now accepting input on state funding for public education for fiscal year 2027. Members of the public can submit funding requests in writing on the ISBE Agency Budget Information webpage. ISBE is inviting Illinois’ school leaders, teachers, parents, and community advocates to make budget proposals that will have the greatest impact on their students. Past requests have led to increased investments in Career and Technical Education, National Board Certification, alternative education, and more.  Anyone with a funding request must submit their written testimony via the Budget Hearing Form. Individuals who have submitted written testimony may also speak at one of three budget hearings. ISBE will give equal consideration to all written and oral testimony.  ISBE will host hearings:

4-7 p.m. Sept. 30 – This is an in-person hearing that will be held in the Board Room at 100 N. First St., Springfield, IL 62777. 

1-4 p.m. Oct. 16 – This is a virtual hearing.

4-7 p.m. Oct. 21 – This is a virtual hearing.

To register or to learn more, visit www.isbe.net.