Black students, constituting 16.6% or 93 of Elizabeth Eichelberger Elementary School's total student population of 560, accounted for 10 out of the 13 total suspensions (76.9%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per nine students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.
December 15th marks an important milestone in American history. On this day in 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, a crucial document that enshrined the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments serve as the foundation of our nation, guaranteeing fundamental rights and individual liberties for all Americans.The Bill of Rights has played a vital role in shaping the American identity and has been a source of inspiration for generations. It serves as a reminder of the values upon which our country was built and continues to be...