The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is asking members of the public to give their input on state funding for public education. ISBE is accepting funding requests in writing on the ISBE Agency Budget Information webpage. Past requests have led to increased investments in Evidence-Based Funding, early childhood education, Career and Technical Education programs, and more. ISBE wants Illinois’ school leaders, classroom teachers, parents, and community advocates to share what investments would make the biggest difference for their students. After submitting a request online, individuals have the option to attend one of three budget hearings during the month of October. The public’s input will inform the funding recommendation ISBE will provide to lawmakers for fiscal year 2025. ISBE will submit its recommendation for state education funding to Governor JB Pritzker and the General Assembly in January. Individuals wishing to participate must submit their testimony in writing by completing the form on the ISBE Agency Budget Information webpage. After submitting testimony in writing, individuals are welcome also to speak at one of three budget hearings. ISBE will give equal consideration to all written and oral testimony. ISBE will host hearings: 1-4 p.m. Oct. 30 – This is a virtual hearing.