What are community leaders saying about Rockford Promise?
Rockford Promise can be the critical link that improves higher education access and aspiration through building a funding system for our families and making life-long learning the pillar of our community. Larry Morrissey, Mayor, City of Rockford Increasing the number of college graduates attracts more businesses with high-paying jobs and, thus, our community grows. Janyce Fadden, President, Rockford Area Economic Development Council Rockford Promise is an incredibly positive initiative. I have no doubt it will result in great opportunities for our students and our community. Linda Hernandez, Superintendent, Rockford Public School District #205 Rockford Promise has the potential to have a positive impact on the City of Rockford far beyond what one can imagine. Einar Forsman, President & CEO, Rockford Chamber of Commerce John W. Whitehead said, Children are the living messages we send to a time we will never see. Rockford Promise provides an opportunity to build a brighter future for our
