SCAN volunteers in Iowa have been advocating for kids on the presidential trail since 2018. Learn more about how those efforts have led to real commitments from candidates to #InvestInKids.
Mercedes Hendricks learned about SCAN when she worked on a school project that made the connection between early childhood education and success in college. “This motivated me to get more involved,” she said. “I want all children to get the same fair start that I did.”
February is upon us and our hearts are warm from Valentine’s Day! We’re spreading the love this year by highlighting the work our volunteers are doing on behalf of kids.
Iowa’s public-school system has been among the best in the country, but as of 2018, it ranks 28th in Pre-K quality and 33rd in college readiness. We need to do more to ensure our students have a quality education and access to a bright future.