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Update on Peoria, Illinois Area Charter Schools

By Mary Ann Knell on April 2nd, 2012
Update on Peoria, Illinois Area Charter Schools
Today I’d like to tell you about some recent activity in the state legislature involving charter schools. House Bill 5659, which was introduced by Representative Jehan Gordon, would allow school districts to sell property to other government bodies, such as charter schools. Continue reading to learn more about how this bill may affect your child’s ... [Continue Reading]

Peoria County Lends Money to Charter School

By Mary Ann Knell on January 23rd, 2012
Peoria County Lends Money to Charter School
I recently read an interesting article in the Peoria Journal Star about a local charter school. Quest Charter Academy recently requested extra funding from Peoria County to help make some necessary improvements to the school. Since Quest is a charter school, it is not allowed to ask taxpayers for additional money. It does, however, already ... [Continue Reading]

Peoria, Illinois Area School Receives Top Marks From National Media

By Mary Ann Knell on September 29th, 2011
Peoria, Illinois Area School Receives Top Marks From National Media
The Peoria Journal-Star recently had an interesting article about a local university that received top honors from a national media source. According to the article, Bradley University was named among the top Midwestern universities in U.S. News & World Report’s annual publication, America’s Best Colleges. Continue reading to learn more about what makes this Peoria ... [Continue Reading]

Illinois Legislature Discussing Bills That Will Affect Peoria Home Owners

By Mary Ann Knell on April 23rd, 2011
Several bills have gone before Illinois state lawmakers that could have profound effects on Peoria home owners and Peoria home buyers. As your Peoria real estate experts, our job is not only to remain up-to-date on Peoria real estate news, but also on Illinois legislation that affects you. Living in Peoria, Illinois Here’s a look ... [Continue Reading]

Record Number of Peoria Area Students Applying to Illinois Community College

By Mary Ann Knell on April 22nd, 2011
A record number of Illinois students are earning degrees from Illinois community colleges, according to a recent article in the East Peoria Times Courier. The article also reported that students also took a record number of community college credit hours during the same period, in fiscal year 2010. This trend was seen in community colleges ... [Continue Reading]

Peoria Area Home Owners Keep an Eye on Education Reform

By Mary Ann Knell on April 21st, 2011
Peoria Area Home Owners Keep an Eye on Education Reform
The Illinois Senate recently passed a major education reform package, according to a recent article in the Peoria Journal-Star. Many senators are calling the legislation monumental because of what it accomplishes in the Illinois education system. The bill, which passed unanimously, would eliminate teacher seniority, making it more likely that teachers will be evaluated on ... [Continue Reading]

East Peoria’s Population is Growing, says U.S. Census Bureau

By Mary Ann Knell on March 21st, 2011
East Peoria’s Population is Growing, says U.S. Census Bureau
Both East Peoria and Tazewell County have seen steady population growth in the last 10 years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Continue reading to find out what this means for East Peoria home buyers. ... [Continue Reading]

Bradley’s Capital Plan Creating Excitement

By Mary Ann Knell on August 25th, 2010
Bradley’s Capital Plan Creating Excitement
Bradley University’s five-year, $150 million capital plan is just over 2 years in motion and the projects underway are changing the face of the entire campus.  Fall Semester starts today and the incoming freshman as well as returning sophomores, juniors and seniors are witnessing the development blossom right before their eyes.  Just around $100 million in ... [Continue Reading]

Academic Achievement Abounds In Peoria

By Mary Ann Knell on March 4th, 2010
Academic Achievement Abounds In Peoria
State honor roll awards were featured in the Peoria Journal Star recognizing “high poverty, high-performing schools.  In all, 425 schools statewide received the award.  At least half the students are from low-income families and at least 70 percent must be passing the state achievement tests in both reading and mathematics.”  In 2009, the Tri-County Area ... [Continue Reading]

2010 Means Growth for Peoria

By Mary Ann Knell on February 4th, 2010
2010 Means Growth for Peoria
According to Peoria Mayor Jim Ardis, 2010 will be a prosperous year for the Greater Peoria Area.  He recently introduced the 2010 State of the City Address presented by the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by PSA Dewberry and emphasized that 2010 will bring notable developments and growth to our community.  The mayor bestowed ... [Continue Reading]
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