WSIU continues its series on Poverty in southern Illinois. In this installment, we take a look at the link between poverty and education, and how education can fight poverty. In this feature you will hear from:
Matt Donkin Regional Superintendent of Regional Office of Education #21 which includes Franklin, Johnson, Massac and Williamson Counties
Monte Newlin Regional Superintendent of Regional Office of Education #12 which covers Clay, Crawford, Jasper, Lawrence and Richland Counties.
Ron Daniels Regional Superintendent of Regional Office of Education #13 which includes the following counties: Clinton, Jefferson, Marion and Washington.
Joe Fatheree, Effingham High School Teacher and Illinois 2007 Teacher of Year.