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Teacher appreciation
Teacher appreciation As we embark on Teacher Appreciation Week (May 7-11), an encouraging new poll conducted by Everest College indicates that young adult Chicagoans do, in fact, hold educators in very high esteem. A majority of the 500 Chicago students and young adults polled – …
Early classes are difficult
Early classes are difficult I am opposed to the recently announced plan to start classes in District 86 “early” (Aug. 14, 2013 for the 2013-14 year). The stated motivation for the proposed early start is the desire to have high school fall final exams prior …
Early school start
Early school start Are District 181 parents aware that District 86 is considering starting school two weeks earlier in 2013, ending mid-May, and that this could end up affecting them too? District 181 may or may not align itself with this schedule. If not, families …
Cigarette tax is a good thing
Cigarette tax is a good thing Gov. Pat Quinn announced a series of initiatives to address the state’s fiscal and public health concerns. Included in his proposal is a plan to increase the state’s cigarette tax by $1 per pack. Illinois’ cigarette tax rate of …
Letter: Don’t cut programs in District 181
Don’t cut programs The District 181 School Board and administration have been elected and hired to represent and expand excellence in our renowned, cutting edge schools. Yet, their proposal to completely expunge courageous programs such as advanced mathematics, enhanced language arts and the ACE program, …
Letter: A need for accountability in District 181
A need for accountability I recently attended my first District 181 Board meeting, and witnessed utter disregard for the concept of accountability to the community by Superintendent Renee Schuster and the board, with Yvonne Mayer and Brendan Heneghan notable exceptions. Discussion centered on changes to …
Letter to the Editor
Grateful to Lenscrafters People’s Resource Center is grateful to the Wheaton Lenscrafters in Town Square for providing services to PRC clients through the “One Sight” program. “One Sight” enables low-income people to get a complimentary eye exam and glasses. The program has been invaluable for …
Letter: Congratulations to Dillard
Congratulations to Dillard I would like to extend my congratulations to Sen. Kirk Dillard in his victory last Tuesday. On account of redistricting, we all faced difficult decisions and very unfortunate contests. While the race was spirited, it has been decided by the voters and …
Letter: Dillard shows integrity
Dillard shows integrity I just wanted to express my thanks to Sen. Kirk Dillard, R-24th of Hinsdale, for sponsoring legislation ending the corrupt General Assembly scholarship program. By sponsoring this legislation, Dillard is demonstrating his high level of integrity and his true commitment to doing …
Letter: Nybo for state Senate
Nybo for state Senate After the redistricting maps finally came out, it was very confusing for a time. Once I realized that Glen Ellyn had the opportunity to be represented by Chris Nybo in the state Senate, I was thrilled and able to get to …
Letter: Judge ratings available
Judge ratings available On March 20, voters will have a chance to cast their ballot in the Illinois primary for national, state and local offices. Often overlooked among the many candidates are the men and women running for judge. That is unfortunate because judges make …
Letter: Nybo honors his oath
Nybo honors his oath When I’m asked what I learned while earning my master’s in public administration and what I look for in a “good political candidate,” I always reflect on three tenets that were instilled by my instructors. The first: Be ethical. The second: …
Letter: Dillard for state senator
Dillard for state senator This year the 24th district’s state Sen. Kirk Dillard is competing against state Rep. Chris Nybo for the Republican nomination for the state Senate. Nybo supporters are attempting to recast Dillard as a participant in a big government machine devoid of positive …
Letter: Vote for Nybo
Vote for Nybo Kirk Dillard has been an Illinois state senator for 18 years and has been part of the political system in Springfield for more than 25 years. During that time, Illinois has spiraled deeper into debt amassing a $120 billion pension obligation. Dillard …
Letter: Nybo for state Senate
Nybo for state Senate In every political race it would be an advantage if one or more candidates made the selection process easier by being exemplary. Being exemplary would come with a record of high integrity, high achievement and a real and genuine desire to …
