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Education
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ALA seeks nominations of outstanding librariansJun 17, 2019 5:02 PM - Know a librarian who goes above and beyond to connect patrons to information, educational opportunities and critical technology? The American Library Association is asking library users to nominate their favorite librarians for the national I Love My Librarian Award.
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Park Ridge resident leaves giant impression at Oakton
Jun 19, 2019 11:35 AM - Park Ridge resident Jack Timperley may be small in stature due to a rare genetic condition, but his list of accomplishments at Oakton Community College is gigantic. -
District 59 looking for two more principals before start of school year
Jun 14, 2019 3:53 PM - Elk Grove Township Elementary District 59 is looking for two more new principals to replace school leaders who announced at the end of the academic year they were taking jobs elsewhere. -
U-46 to undertake facilities study starting this fall
Jun 14, 2019 1:28 PM - Elgin Area School District U-46 officials will begin a full review of how the district's facilities are being utilized starting this fall with the goal of preparing for the launch of new educational pathways, officials said. -
Rainy spring delays work on Round Lake High School stadium
Jun 14, 2019 3:44 PM - Record rainfall this spring has delayed a $7 million project to update the athletic facilities at Round Lake High School, but officials say they still hope finish by mid-September. -
Arlington Heights school supply drive to begin SaturdayJun 14, 2019 3:45 PM - The Arlington Heights Fire Department and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 31505 will start a monthlong school supply drive Saturday to benefit students at Timber Ridge School.
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College bribery scandal reveals 'side door' to top schools: Athletics
Jun 13, 2019 10:06 AM - Some schools acknowledge that a plug from a coach or athletic official can provide a strong "tip" for applicants whose academic accomplishments otherwise might not suffice to ensure admission. At the most selective schools, where stellar grades and test scores are a given, that thumb on the scale can be crucial as athletic talent helps applicants stand out.
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Dist. 15 leader attends his last meeting
Jun 13, 2019 5:33 AM - Palatine Township Elementary District 15 board members said farewell to retiring Superintendent Scott Thompson at his final meeting Wednesday night. -
No cellphones in classrooms, new Chromebooks among changes at U-46 schools this fall
Jun 13, 2019 4:35 PM - A new policy banning cellphone use in middle and high school classrooms, new Chromebooks for students in fifth through eighth grades, and a bigger staff to improve school safety are among the changes coming to Elgin Area School District U-46 schools this fall. -
Naperville's Knoch Park getting better softball field, new turf for lacrosse, soccer and football
Jun 13, 2019 4:47 PM - Athletes in District 203 and park district participants across Naperville are set to have two new fields come 2020, both in Knoch Park.
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