Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Kick start the summer fun by celebrating the last day of school with the kids
School's almost out and boy are my kids ready for their fun in the sun. While I still think it is unfair that parents don't get the summer off, I do look forward to our annual tradition of kicking off the summer break with some fun together. Parents, if you can, take the afternoon off or dedicate a whole day for pure fun. Here are some ideas to inspire your celebration: 1. Hit the pool! Let the splashing begin. Head on over to your local pool and start working on that gorgeous tan while splashing around with the kids. 2. Go see a movie during the day. If it's raining or you just want to enjoy extreme air conditioning, take advantage of that early bird, weekday discount to see the latest family flick. It will be a rare pleasure for the …
Friday, January 11, 2013
2012 was definitely a year of highs and lows for local school stories.
1) District 39 Superintendent Reassures Parents After Connecticut School Shooting: A letter to parents emphasized the district's commitment to school safety. 2) Wilmette, Kenilworth Schools Rank Top in Illinois, Chicagoland: Wilmette and Kenilworth schools are some of the best in Illinois and Chicagoland, according to a pair of recent Chicago Tribune lists and Chicago Sun-Times rankings. 3) Winnetka Police Probe Inappropriate Emails, Texts Involving New Trier Students: New Trier Township High School District 203 Superintendent Linda Yonke hopes families use this incident to reinforce internet safety. 4) New Trier Student Wants Backyard Chickens Legalized: New Trier High School junior Zan Fisher recently requested the Village of Wilmette …
Sunday, May 20, 2012
The nominee eked out a victory and was named Athlete of the Week.
With 5 votes in the comments section, Glenbrook South's Sully Stadler was named the Athlete of the Week. Stadler got the win for Glenbrook South in a 3-0 victory over Maine South. Stadler had eight strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings pitched and the victory over their CSL South rivals snapped Maine South’s 18-game winning streak. HONORABLE MENTION Reggie Murphy, freshman, track and field, Evanston - Murphy was a key contributor in helping the Wildkits win the CSL South conference track meet for the second consecutive season. Murphy was part of the winning 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams while also securing an individual title in the 100. Charlie Dowdle, senior, boys water polo, Loyola Academy - Dowdle scored four goals, including Loyola’s final …
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Supplies For Dreams hosts second annual event at Northwestern University.
Dozens of volunteers came out Saturday afternoon to Northwestern University to pack backpacks full of school supplies to help roughly 1,300 underpriviledged students in Chicago Public Schools. "We provide basic resources to CPS students in underfunded communities," said Aria Fiat, co-founder of Supplies for Dreams, which organized the event. Supplies for Dreams is a not-for-profit that strives to provide students with critical resources: from school supplies to mentoring programs. Earlier: Check out other Trevians who are spearheading volunteer groups. This year's efforts will go to benefit Belmont-Craigin Elementary School in Humbolt Park and Manuel Perez Elementary School in Pilsen, as well as Chicago Youth Centers which brought in …
