IL HR0781

Designates March as "Illinois Whole Child Month" to recognize the importance of holistic student development.

Affirms that each student deserves to be challenged academically, supported by caring adults, healthy, safe, and engaged in learning.

Encourages parents, educators, and community members to adopt a whole child approach to education.

Encourages Illinois schools to celebrate Whole Child Month by adopting and promoting at least one whole child tenet throughout March.

Cites critical statistics including Illinois having the highest state dropout rate, 19% child poverty rate, 35% overweight or obese children ages 10-17, and 32% of middle and high school students reporting bullying.