April 1st is U.S. Census Day

Today is U.S. Census Day, the official day for sending completed Census Forms back. I urge everyone who hasn't turned theirs in yet, to fill it out and return it today. It's important for us here in Springfield to make sure we are all counted to help ensure that our community receives the largest possible amount of federal dollars – dollars that can help bridge a gap during these difficult economic times. We need as much financial support as we can have in order to keep upcoming cuts as far away from the classroom as possible. Something as simple as filling out your census form and sending it in can help us do that.